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O Autumn, laden with fruit, and stained With the blood of…

“O Autumn, laden with fruit, and stained With the blood of the grape, pass not, but sit Beneath my shady roof; there thou may'st rest, And tune thy jolly voice to my fresh pipe; And all the daughters of the year shall dance! Sing now the lusty song of fruit and flowers.” quote by William Blake
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“O Autumn, laden with fruit, and stained With the blood of the grape, pass not, but sit Beneath my shady roof; there thou may'st rest, And tune thy jolly voice to my fresh pipe; And all the daughters of the year shall dance! Sing now the lusty song of fruit and flowers.”

William Blake

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Autumn’s abundance invites rest and celebration under a shelter, urging enjoyment of nature’s bounty.

In simple terms: Autumn offers rest and joyful celebration.

Key Takeaway

Pause to enjoy nature’s gifts.

Themes

autumn abundance celebration rest

Mood

joyful tranquil

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • picnic under trees
  • harvest festival
  • creative inspiration

Key Concepts

seasonal imagery joyful living

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you incorporate seasonal joy daily?
  • What does “shady roof” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

Seasonal focus may overlook deeper struggles.

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