Autumn Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“It blows a snowing gale in the winter of the year; The boats are on the sea and the crews are on the pier. The needle of the vane, it is veering to and fro, A flash of sun is on the veering of the vane. Autumn leaves and rain, The passion of the gale.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unnamed verse, likely 19th‑century poetry
The poem juxtaposes turbulent winter weather with the restless motion of a ship, symbolizing life's chaotic forces and fleeting moments of clarity.
In simple terms: Winter storm mirrors life's chaos, brief sunshine offers hope.
Key Takeaway
Embrace turbulence, seek moments of light.
Themes
nature
weather
life
change
hope
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
descriptive
When to use this quote
- sailing
- storm watching
- creative writing
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
impermanence
contrast
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find calm amid chaos?
- What brief moments of light guide you?
A Different Perspective
Storms can overwhelm and obscure direction.
