Flowers Quote by Alfred, Lord Tennyson
““The red rose cries, "She is near, she is near;" And the white rose weeps, "She is late;" The larkspur listens, "I hear, I hear;" And the lily whispers, "I wait.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Rose and the Lily”, 1842
Different flowers symbolize stages of love, from anticipation to longing and patience.
In simple terms: Flowers represent love’s phases.
Notice emotional cycles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- waiting periods
- unrequited love
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does each flower teach about desire?
- How can patience change love’s outcome?
May idealize emotions.