Autumn Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
“Tears, idle tears, I know not what they mean, Tears from the depths of some devine despair Rise in the heart, and gather to the eyes, In looking on the happy autumn fields, And thinking of the days that are no more.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Tears, Idle Tears" from *The Princess*, 1847
The speaker reflects on nostalgic sorrow for lost times, feeling an undefined, deep melancholy.
In simple terms: Remembering past brings vague sadness.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and process nostalgic feelings.
Themes
nostalgia
loss
reflection
Mood
melancholic
poetic
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- personal memory
- grief counseling
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
poetry
emotional depth
Questions to Reflect On
- What memories stir this feeling?
- Can sorrow be transformed into growth?
A Different Perspective
Nostalgia can hinder present focus.
