A silence, the brief Sabbath of an hour, Reigns o'er the…
“A silence, the brief Sabbath of an hour, Reigns o'er the fields; the laborer sits within His dwelling; he has left his steers awhile, Unyoked, to bite the herbage, and his dog Sleeps stretched beside the door-stone in the shade. Now the gray marmot, with uplifted paws, No more sits listening by his den, but steals Abroad, in safety, to the clover-field, And crops its juicy-blossoms.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A brief pause from labor allows the worker and nature to rest, creating a peaceful interlude amid daily toil.
In simple terms: A short rest gives peace to worker and nature.
Key Takeaway
Take regular, mindful breaks.
Themes
nature
rest
worklife balance
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- farm work
- urban jobs
- creative projects
- study sessions
Key Concepts
poetry
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you schedule a true pause?
- What does rest look like for you?
A Different Perspective
Breaks can be disrupted by urgent demands; discipline needed.