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Adieu Quote by John Keats

“Joy, whose hand is ever at his lips, bidding adieu” quote by John Keats
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“Joy, whose hand is ever at his lips, bidding adieu”

John Keats

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Ode to a Nightingale” by John Keats, 1819

Joy is fleeting, expressed through a kiss that says goodbye, hinting at the bittersweet nature of pleasure.

In simple terms: Joy is brief and often ends with a goodbye.

Key Takeaway

Savor joy while it lasts.

Themes

joy transience beauty

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

poetic romantic

When to use this quote

  • romantic evenings
  • farewell moments
  • celebrations
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

ephemeral pleasure poetic expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cherish fleeting joy?
  • What does a goodbye signify in happiness?
A Different Perspective

Joy may be superficial and not endure.

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