All night Quote by Kenneth Rexroth
“A white crowned night sparrow sings as the moon sets. Thunder growls far off. Our campfire is a single light. Amongst a hundred peaks and waterfalls. The manifold voices of falling water Take all night. Wrapped in your down bag Starlight on you cheeks and eyelids Your breath comes and goes In a tiny cloud in the frosty night. Ten thousand birds sing in the sunrise. Ten thousand years revolve without change. All this will never be again.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “A White Crowned Night Sparrow,” 1935
The poem paints a vivid night scene, reflecting on impermanence and the fleeting beauty of nature.
In simple terms: Nature’s moments are beautiful but never repeat.
Key Takeaway
Cherish transient experiences.
Themes
nature
impermanence
beauty
Mood
reflective
tranquil
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- camping
- stargazing
- creative writing
Key Concepts
poetry
transience
visual imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- What fleeting moments have you treasured?
- How does nature inspire your worldview?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize hardship.
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