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Far away Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

“And o'er the hills, and far away Beyond their utmost purple rim, Beyond the night, across the day, Thro' all the world she follow'd him.” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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“And o'er the hills, and far away Beyond their utmost purple rim, Beyond the night, across the day, Thro' all the world she follow'd him.”

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Princess", 1847

The verses depict a lover traveling across vast distances, following his beloved beyond horizons, symbolizing devotion and the endless pursuit of love.

In simple terms: A lover follows his beloved across the world.

Key Takeaway

Commit to love despite distance and obstacles.

Themes

love journey devotion distance nature mythic

Mood

romantic poetic

Type

lyrical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • long‑distance relationships
  • spiritual quests
  • creative inspiration

Key Concepts

romance quest eternal pursuit

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to pursue love beyond limits?
  • How does distance shape affection?
A Different Perspective

Idealized pursuit may overlook practical realities.

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