All things uncomely and broken, all things worn out and…
“All things uncomely and broken, all things worn out and old The cry of a child by the roadway, the creak of a lumbering cart, The heavy steps of the plowman, splashing the wintry mold, Are wronging your image that blossoms a rose in the deeps of my heart.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The poem juxtaposes decay and hardship with a tender, hopeful love that persists despite harsh surroundings.
In simple terms: Love endures amid ruin and suffering.
Cherish love even in difficult times.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief
- family bonds
- personal loss
- hardship
- inner growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find love in bleak moments?
- What does the rose symbolize for you?
Love may not heal all wounds alone.