God how I hate new countries: They are older than the old, more sophisticated, much more conceited, only young in a certain puerile vanity more like senility than anything.
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The cosmos is a vast living body, of which we are still parts. The sun is a great heart whose tremors run through our smallest veins. The moon is a great nerve center from which we quiver forever. Who knows the power that Saturn has over us, or Venus? But it is a vital power, rippling exquisitely through us all the time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the interconnectedness of the universe and humanity’s place within it.
D. H. Lawrence emphasizes that humans are integral components of a larger cosmos, portraying the sun and moon as vital organs of a living body. Through this metaphor, he highlights the profound influence that celestial bodies have on us, suggesting that their energies ripple through our existence, reminding us of our connection to the greater universe.
Themes
CosmosInterconnectednessUniverseCelestialNature
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about environmental protection, one might use this quote to illustrate the importance of our connection to the universe.
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