Autumn Quote by Gretel Ehrlich
“All through autumn we hear a double voice: one says everything is ripe; the other says everything is dying. The paradox is exquisite. We feel what the Japanese call "aware"--an almost untranslatable word meaning something like "beauty tinged with sadness.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: Autumn Reflections, 2004
Autumn presents a paradox of ripeness and decay, evoking a bittersweet beauty called "aware".
In simple terms: Autumn is both beautiful and sad.
Key Takeaway
Embrace fleeting moments.
Themes
nature
paradox
beauty
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gardening
- seasonal festivals
- photography
Key Concepts
Japanese aesthetics
transience
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments feel both beautiful and sad?
- How does acknowledging impermanence affect you?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on sadness may dampen joy.
