Come away, come away, death, And in sad cypres let me be…
“Come away, come away, death, And in sad cypres let me be laid; Fly away, fly away, breath; I am slain by a fair cruel maid.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker invites death, expressing a desire to be laid among cypress trees, reflecting despair and a sense of being slain by love.
In simple terms: A longing for death and escape from painful love.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and seek help for deep despair.
Themes
death
despair
love
Mood
melancholy
somber
Type
poetic
tragic
When to use this quote
- grief
- relationship loss
- mental health crisis
Key Concepts
tragic romance
mental anguish
Questions to Reflect On
- What support could change this outlook?
- How to address love‑induced despair?
A Different Perspective
Romanticizing death can prevent seeking help.