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“She what was honour knew, And with obsequious majesty approv'd My pleaded reason. To the nuptial bower I led her blushing like the morn; all heaven And happy constellations on that hour Shed their selectest influence; the earth Gave sign of gratulation, and each hill; Joyous the birds; fresh gales…” quote by John Milton
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“She what was honour knew, And with obsequious majesty approv'd My pleaded reason. To the nuptial bower I led her blushing like the morn; all heaven And happy constellations on that hour Shed their selectest influence; the earth Gave sign of gratulation, and each hill; Joyous the birds; fresh gales and gentle airs Whisper'd it to the woods, and from their wings Flung rose, flung odours from the spicy shrub.”

John Milton

About This Quote

Source Poem: “She what was honour knew…” (excerpt, null source)

The poet describes a bride’s noble qualities, praised with grand, celestial imagery, celebrating love and nature’s blessings.

In simple terms: A bride is honored and praised with vivid, heavenly images.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate the beauty and honor in love and nature.

Themes

love honor nature celebration poetry

Mood

joyful celebratory romantic

Type

poetic lyational.

When to use this quote

  • wedding ceremony
  • poetic reading
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

romantic idealism symbolic imagery elevated language

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does celestial imagery enhance the theme of honor?
  • What modern equivalents convey similar reverence?
A Different Perspective

The archaic language may limit modern readers’ connection.

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