All things Quote by Percy Bysshe Shelley
“Poetry Love's Philosophy The fountains mingle with the river And the rivers with the ocean, The winds of heaven mix for ever With a sweet emotion; Nothing in the world is single, All things by a law divine In one another's being mingle— Why not I with thine? See the mountains kiss high heaven, And the waves clasp one another; No sister-flower would be forgiven If it disdain'd its brother; And the sunlight clasps the earth, And the moonbeams kiss the sea— What are all these kissings worth, If thou kiss not me?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Love's Philosophy", 1820
The poem likens natural unions to human love, suggesting that everything is meant to be together, so lovers should unite.
In simple terms: Nature shows love; we should too.
Key Takeaway
Seek unity with your beloved.
Themes
love
nature
union
desire
Mood
passionate
contemplative
Type
poetic
romantic
When to use this quote
- relationships
- marriage
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
Romanticism
metaphor
interconnectedness
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel nature mirrors your love?
- What prevents you from seeking unity?
A Different Perspective
The poem assumes all beings desire union, ignoring solitary preferences.
