Air Quote by Arthur Hugh Clough
“Put forth thy leaf, thou lofty plane, East wind and frost are safely gone; With zephyr mild and balmy rain The summer comes serenely on; Earth, air, and sun and skies combine To promise all that's kind and fair: But thou, O human heart of mine, Be still, contain thyself, and bear.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Summer Comes Serenely”, 19th century, England
The poem juxtaposes natural renewal with a call for inner calm and patience in the human heart.
In simple terms: Nature renews; human heart must stay calm and patient.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner stillness amidst external change.
Themes
nature
renewal
inner peace
patience
human emotion
Mood
serene
contemplative
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- mindfulness practice
- stress management
- seasonal transitions
Key Concepts
poetry
metaphor
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice patience during change?
- What natural cycles mirror your emotional states?
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