Quote by Leo Tolstoy

...there was apparent in all a sort of anxiety, a softening of the heart, and a consciousness of some great, unfathomable mystery being accomplished... the most solemn mystery in the world was being accomplished. Evening passed, night came on. And the feeling of suspense and softening of the heart before the unfathomable did not wane, but grew more intense. No one slept.


...there was apparent in all a sort of anxiety, a softening

Summary

This quote captures the palpable atmosphere of anticipation and unease among a group of people. They are perceptive to a profound and incomprehensible event taking place, a solemn mystery unfolding before them. As the evening turns into night, the feeling of suspense and emotional vulnerability intensifies, preventing anyone from finding rest. This description alludes to a sense of collective awareness of something momentous happening, evoking a shared experience of awe, curiosity, and underlying fear.

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Birth
By Leo Tolstoy
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