O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
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And the night shall be filled with music, And the cares, that infest the day, Shall fold their tents like the Arabs, and silently steal away.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that music has the power to soothe and transform our worries into peace during the nighttime.
In this quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, the imagery of night filled with music implies a world where troubles are alleviated and replaced with beauty. The comparison of cares to tents being folded and stolen away evokes a sense of tranquility, indicating that music can act as a balm for life's stresses, allowing us to escape the burdens of the day and embrace serenity in the night.
Themes
MusicNightCaresTranquilityBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the healing power of music, this quote can beautifully highlight its impact on emotional well-being.
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