Air Quote by William Shakespeare
“When I bestride him, I soar, I am a hawk: he trots the air; the earth sings when he touches it; the basest horn of his hoof is more musical than the pipe of Hermes.”
About This Quote
Source Play: A Midsummer Night's Dream, 1595
The speaker compares himself to a soaring hawk, emphasizing the harmony between movement, earth, and music, suggesting a unity of nature and spirit.
In simple terms: He feels like a hawk, finding harmony in movement and sound.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the unity of body and spirit.
Themes
nature
harmony
transcendence
Mood
awe
inspired
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- riding a horse
- performing arts
- meditative walking
- creative writing
Key Concepts
mythology
sensory perception
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does movement create harmony?
- When do you feel most connected to nature?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize danger, overlooking practical risks.