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Analogies Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

“Never to see or describe any interesting appearance in nature, without connecting it by dim analogies with the moral world, proves faintness of Impression. Nature has her proper interest; & he will know what it is, who believes & feels, that every Thing has a life of it's own, & that we are all…” quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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“Never to see or describe any interesting appearance in nature, without connecting it by dim analogies with the moral world, proves faintness of Impression. Nature has her proper interest; & he will know what it is, who believes & feels, that every Thing has a life of it's own, & that we are all one Life.”

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Impression” (circa 1798)

Observing nature and linking it to moral analogies reveals a shallow view; true insight sees each thing as alive and part of a unified life.

In simple terms: Seeing nature as moral analogies is shallow; true insight sees life’s unity.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper connection with nature’s intrinsic life.

Themes

nature philosophy unity

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • hiking
  • gardening
  • contemplation

Key Concepts

interconnectedness spiritual awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to feel nature has its own life?
  • How can we balance moral and empirical views?
A Different Perspective

May be overly idealistic, ignoring scientific perspectives.

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