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“O thou who passest through our valleys in Thy strength, curb thy fierce steeds, allay the heat That flames from their large nostrils! Thou, O Summer, Oft pitchest here thy golden tent, and oft Beneath our oaks hast slept, while we beheld With joy thy ruddy limbs and flourishing hair.” quote by William Blake
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“O thou who passest through our valleys in Thy strength, curb thy fierce steeds, allay the heat That flames from their large nostrils! Thou, O Summer, Oft pitchest here thy golden tent, and oft Beneath our oaks hast slept, while we beheld With joy thy ruddy limbs and flourishing hair.”

William Blake

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Summer’s Day” (1794)

The poet invokes divine strength to calm summer’s heat, celebrating nature’s beauty and vitality.

In simple terms: Calling on divine power to soothe summer’s heat.

Key Takeaway

Seek harmony with nature’s cycles.

Themes

nature spirituality seasonality

Mood

tranquil reverent

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • outdoor activities
  • climate reflection

Key Concepts

theology pastoral imagery

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you honor nature’s power?
  • What rituals connect you to the seasons?
A Different Perspective

Human control over nature is limited.

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