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Bread Quote by Dylan Thomas

“This bread I break was once the oat, This wine upon a foreign tree Plunged in its fruit; Man in the day or wind at night Laid the crops low, broke the grape's joy.” quote by Dylan Thomas
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“This bread I break was once the oat, This wine upon a foreign tree Plunged in its fruit; Man in the day or wind at night Laid the crops low, broke the grape's joy.”

Dylan Thomas

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Oat and the Grape”, 1955

Nature’s cycles reflect human experiences of growth and loss.

In simple terms: Nature mirrors life’s ups and downs.

Key Takeaway

Observe natural patterns for insight.

Themes

nature growth loss

Mood

poetic contemplative

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • farming
  • seasonal change
  • personal reflection
  • spiritual contemplation

Key Concepts

metaphor cycle

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal meaning do you find in these images?
  • How does nature’s rhythm affect your emotions?
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Interpretations may vary widely.

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