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It is a beauteous evening, calm and free, The holy time is…

“It is a beauteous evening, calm and free, The holy time is quiet as a nun Breathless with adoration; the broad sun Is sinking down in its tranquillity; The gentleness of heaven broods o'er the sea: Listen! the mighty being is awake, And doth with his eternal motion make A sound like…” quote by William Wordsworth
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“It is a beauteous evening, calm and free, The holy time is quiet as a nun Breathless with adoration; the broad sun Is sinking down in its tranquillity; The gentleness of heaven broods o'er the sea: Listen! the mighty being is awake, And doth with his eternal motion make A sound like thundereverlastingly.”

William Wordsworth

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 celebrates a tranquil twilight where nature’s silence and beauty bring deep peace and awe.

In simple terms: Evening nature brings peace and awe.

Key Takeaway

Seek quiet moments in nature for inner peace.

Themes

nature tranquility spirituality

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • sunset walks
  • meditative reading
  • outdoor contemplation

Key Concepts

aesthetic appreciation solitude cosmic perspective

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does nature influence your sense of calm?
  • What rituals help you capture this serenity?
A Different Perspective

Evening calm may be fleeting; external noise can intrude.

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