Ending Quote by Tim Lilburn
““All knowing darkens as it builds. The grass is a mirror that clouds as the bright look goes in. You stay in the night, you squat in the hills in the cave of night. Wait. Above, luminous rubble, torn webs of radio signals. Below, stone scrapers, neck bone of a deer, salt beds. The world is ending.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The World Is Ending (collection by Tim Lilburn, 2015)
The poem portrays a bleak, apocalyptic vision where darkness spreads, nature reflects decay, and humanity is trapped in night, emphasizing existential dread and environmental collapse.
In simple terms: Darkness spreads, nature mirrors decay, humanity trapped.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront environmental and existential crises.
Themes
apocalypse
environment
existential
darkness
reflection
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- climate crisis
- urban decay
- personal alienation
- spiritual searching
Key Concepts
Ecocriticism
nihilism
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this vision affect your view of the future?
- What personal steps can counteract this darkness?
A Different Perspective
The imagery may be overly abstract, limiting concrete action.
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