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Around the world Quote by Elizabeth Goudge

“Water, wind and birdsong were the echoes in this quiet place of a great chiming symphony that was surging around the world. Knee-deep in grasses and moon daisies, Stella stood and listened, swaying a little as the flowers and trees were swaying, her spirit voice singing loudly, though her lips…” quote by Elizabeth Goudge
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“Water, wind and birdsong were the echoes in this quiet place of a great chiming symphony that was surging around the world. Knee-deep in grasses and moon daisies, Stella stood and listened, swaying a little as the flowers and trees were swaying, her spirit voice singing loudly, though her lips were still, and every pulse in her body beating its hammer strokes in time to the song.”

Elizabeth Goudge

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Little White Horse by Elizabeth Goudge, 1946

A vivid description of nature’s harmony, where every element contributes to a universal song that resonates within the observer.

In simple terms: Nature feels like a shared song.

Key Takeaway

Listen deeply to the world around you.

Themes

nature harmony spirituality

Mood

peaceful reflective

Type

descriptive poetic

When to use this quote

  • walking in a park
  • gardening
  • meditation
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

interconnectedness mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this scene affect your sense of belonging?
  • What does the “song” symbolize for you?
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May overlook personal struggles in favor of external beauty.

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