Cock-crow Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““And in that very moment, away behind in some far corner of the city, a cock crowed. Shrill and clear he crowed reckoning nothing of wizardry or war, welcoming only the morning that in the sky far above the shadows of death was coming with the dawn.””
About This Quote
Even amid chaos, ordinary moments like a rooster's crow signal renewal and the inevitable arrival of a new day.
In simple terms: Simple signs remind us that dawn follows darkness.
Key Takeaway
Notice small signs of hope in difficult times.
Themes
war
renewal
nature
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- battlefields
- post‑war recovery
- personal loss
- urban life
Key Concepts
symbolism
hope
Questions to Reflect On
- What everyday sounds bring you comfort?
- How do you find hope during conflict?
A Different Perspective
Some may find the metaphor overly romantic for real suffering.
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