Come, evening, once again, season of peace; Return, sweet…
“Come, evening, once again, season of peace; Return, sweet evening, and continue long! Methinks I see thee in the streaky west, With matron step, slow moving, while the night Treads on thy sweeping train; one hand employ'd In letting fall the curtain of repose On bird and beast, the other charged for man With sweet oblivion of the cares of day.”
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 longs for evening’s calm to bring peace to all, soothing both nature and humanity with rest.
In simple terms: Evening brings peace for all.
Seek calm at day’s end.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- evening walks
- meditation
- stress relief
- sleep routine
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create personal peace when external calm is absent?
- What rituals help you transition from day to night?
Evening may not bring peace for everyone.