Eternal peace Quote by Frederic Manning
““We are here in a wood of little beeches: And the leaves are like black lace Against a sky of nacre. One bough of clear promise Across the moon. It is in this wise that God speaketh unto me. He layeth hands of healing upon my flesh, Stilling it in an eternal peace, Until my soul reaches out myriad and infinite hands Toward him, And is eased of its hunger. And I know that this passes: This implacable fury and torment of men, As a thing insensate and vain: And the stillness hath said unto me, Over the tumult of sounds and shaken flame, Out of the terrible beauty of wrath, I alone am eternal. One bough of clear promise Across the moon””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 1930s
The speaker finds peace and divine healing amidst a chaotic, violent world, seeing a promise of eternity.
In simple terms: Divine peace amid chaos.
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual calm despite turmoil.
Themes
spirituality
peace
conflict
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- grief coping
- faith practice
Key Concepts
healing
eternity
nature imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “clear promise” mean to you?
- How can you find peace in turmoil?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may vary; not universally applicable.
