All music is is what awakes from you when you are reminded by the instruments.
Walt WhitmanRead
The earth is rude, silent, incomprehensible at first; Be not discouraged - keep on - there are divine things, well envelop'd; I swear to you there are divine things more beautiful than words can tell.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote encourages perseverance in the face of nature's initial harshness, suggesting that beauty and divinity lie beneath the surface.
Walt Whitman's quote expresses the idea that while nature may initially appear harsh, silent, and difficult to understand, one should not lose hope. By advocating for persistence and exploration, Whitman reveals that there are profound and beautiful experiences awaiting those who look beyond the surface. This perspective invites individuals to appreciate the deeper, often hidden, beauty and divinity present in the world around them.
Themes
NatureBeautyPerseveranceDivineExploration
In practice
Example use cases
During a nature retreat, one might share this quote to inspire others to appreciate the hidden beauty in the environment.
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In the confusion we stay with each other, happy to be together, speaking without uttering a single word.
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