Air Quote by John Milton
“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.”
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.
Appreciate the beauty and honor in love and nature.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- wedding ceremony
- poetic reading
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does celestial imagery enhance the theme of honor?
- What modern equivalents convey similar reverence?
The archaic language may limit modern readers’ connection.