All music is is what awakes from you when you are reminded by the instruments.
Walt WhitmanRead
I dreamed in a dream, I saw a city invincible to the attacks of the whole of the rest of the earth; I dreamed that was the new City of Friends; Nothing was greater there than the quality of robust love—it led the rest; It was seen every hour in the actions of the men of that city, And in all their looks and words.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote speaks to the power of love and friendship as a foundation for a strong community.
In this quote, Walt Whitman describes a visionary dream of a city that symbolizes an ideal society built on the strength of collective love and friendship. The invincibility of this city against external challenges highlights the importance of robust connections among individuals, which foster positive actions and attitudes, creating a nurturing environment where love prevails.
Themes
LoveFriendshipCommunityConnectionStrength
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about building a supportive community, you can quote Whitman to illustrate the essential role of friendship.
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