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Astronomy Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

“Gone - flitted away, Taken the stars from the night and the sun From the day! Gone, and a cloud in my heart.” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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“Gone - flitted away, Taken the stars from the night and the sun From the day! Gone, and a cloud in my heart.”

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Lady of Shalott", 1842

The poet describes loss and emptiness, likening it to stars and sun disappearing, leaving a lingering sadness.

In simple terms: Loss feels like a dark cloud in the heart.

Key Takeaway

Recognize grief and allow healing.

Themes

loss grief emptiness

Mood

melancholic poetic

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • bereavement
  • heartbreak
  • personal loss

Key Concepts

literature metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the cloud symbolize for you?
  • How can you find light after loss?
A Different Perspective

Grief may linger without expression.

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