Stand here by my side and turn, I pray, On the lake below…
“Stand here by my side and turn, I pray, On the lake below thy gentle eyes; The clouds hang over it, heavy and gray, And dark and silent the water lies; And out of that frozen mist the snow In wavering flakes begins to flow; Flake after flake, They sink in the dark and silent lake.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A melancholy scene where nature mirrors inner stillness, suggesting that silence can be both beautiful and oppressive.
In simple terms: Quiet nature reflects inner stillness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace silence but seek warmth.
Themes
nature
melancholy
reflection
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
poetic
lyistic
When to use this quote
- grieving
- meditation
- creative writing
Key Concepts
solitude
weather
emotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does silence affect your thoughts?
- What warmth can you bring to a cold moment?