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O thou with dewy locks, who lookest down Thro' the clear…

“O thou with dewy locks, who lookest down Thro' the clear windows of the morning, turn Thine angel eyes upon our western isle, Which in full choir hails thy approach, O Spring! The hills tell each other, and the listening Valleys hear; all our longing eyes are turned Up to thy bright pavilions…” quote by William Blake
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“O thou with dewy locks, who lookest down Thro' the clear windows of the morning, turn Thine angel eyes upon our western isle, Which in full choir hails thy approach, O Spring! The hills tell each other, and the listening Valleys hear; all our longing eyes are turned Up to thy bright pavilions: issue forth, And let thy holy feet visit our clime. Come o'er the eastern hills, and let our winds Kiss thy perfumed garments; let us taste Thy morn and evening breath; scatter thy pearls Upon our love-sick land that mourns for thee.”

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.

The poet calls on Spring to awaken the land, inviting its beauty and renewal to lift spirits and bring hope.

In simple terms: Spring is invited to revive the world.

Key Takeaway

Invite renewal and hope into daily life.

Themes

nature renewal hope spirituality

Mood

hopeful uplifting

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • seasonal festivals
  • personal rebirth

Key Concepts

Seasonal cycles poetic invocation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you capture spring’s optimism year‑round?
  • What rituals keep you connected to nature’s cycles?
A Different Perspective

Spring’s impact may be temporary.

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