Ache Quote by Dag Hammarskjold
“So rests the sky against the earth. The dark still tarn in the lap of the forest. As a husband embraces his wife's body in faithful tenderness, so the bare ground and trees are embraced by the still, high, light of the morning. I feel an ache of longing to share in this embrace, to be united and absorbed. A longing like carnal desire, but directed towards earth, water, sky, and returned by the whispers of the trees, the fragrance of the soil, the caresses of the wind, the embrace of water and light. Content? No, no, no - but refreshed, rested - while waiting.”
About This Quote
Source Diary Entry: Evening Reflections, 1961
The natural world mirrors human intimacy; longing for unity with earth evokes deep, sacred desire.
In simple terms: Nature reflects human love and longing.
Key Takeaway
Seek harmony with nature.
Themes
spirituality
connection
environment
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Meditation in nature
- forest walks
- environmental activism
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Pantheism
ecopsychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nature inspire your inner life?
- What actions unite you with the environment?
A Different Perspective
Romanticizing nature may overlook practical ecological concerns.
