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“Before we shall again behold In his diurnal race the world'sgreat eye, We may as silent be and cold As are the shades where buried lovers lie.” quote by Anonymous
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“Before we shall again behold In his diurnal race the world'sgreat eye, We may as silent be and cold As are the shades where buried lovers lie.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, 19th century

The poem reflects on the quiet, cold observation of lovers buried, suggesting a detached, perhaps resigned, perspective on love and mortality.

In simple terms: It describes a cold, silent view of buried lovers.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge love’s fleeting nature.

Themes

love mortality reflection

Mood

somber reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • visiting graves
  • reading poetry
  • contemplating loss

Key Concepts

existentialism poetic melancholy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the "great eye" symbolize?
  • How does silence affect our perception of love?
A Different Perspective

The tone may seem detached, overlooking emotional depth.

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