Age Quote by John Milton
“And may at last my weary age Find out the peaceful hermitage, The hairy gown and mossy cell, Where I may sit and rightly spell Of every star that heaven doth shew, And every herb that sips the dew, Till old experience to attain To something like prophetic strain.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book 4, 1667
The speaker longs for a tranquil retreat where he can study nature and gain deep, prophetic insight through contemplation.
In simple terms: Seeking a quiet place to learn from nature.
Find a peaceful spot to reflect and learn.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- retreat
- study of stars
- herbal observation
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does solitude enhance understanding?
- What balance between study and action?
Isolation can limit interaction with others and practical experience.