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Nature Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

“There rolls the deep where grew the tree O earth, what changes hast thou seen! There where the long street roars hath been. The stillness of the central sea.” quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson
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““There rolls the deep where grew the tree O earth, what changes hast thou seen! There where the long street roars hath been. The stillness of the central sea.””

Alfred Lord Tennyson

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Sea” (excerpt), 1842

The poem reflects on deep, timeless forces of nature and change.

In simple terms: Nature’s depths and change are profound.

Key Takeaway

Observe and respect natural cycles.

Themes

nature time change

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • environmental reflection
  • personal growth
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

philosophy existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the “central sea” symbolize for you?
  • How do you perceive change in your life?
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