Quote by D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

Brute force crushes many plants. Yet the plants rise again. The Pyramids will not last a moment compared with the daisy. And before Buddha or Jesus spoke the nightingale sang, and long after the words of Jesus and Buddha are gone into oblivion the nightingale still will sing. Because it is neither preaching nor commanding nor urging. It is just singing. And in the beginning was not a Word, but a chirrup.

Brute force crushes many plants. Yet the plants rise again.

Summary

This quote highlights the resilience and lasting power of nature compared to the works and ideologies of humanity. It suggests that despite the force and dominance displayed by humans (symbolized by the Pyramids), it is the humble and gentle qualities such as those found in plants and birds that have true longevity. The contrast between the fleeting impact of human words and teachings and the timeless beauty of the nightingale's song emphasizes the idea that the unassuming acts of nature, like singing, hold a deeper significance than speeches or commands. The quote also hints at the simplicity and sacredness of existence before language and civilization, focusing on the pure essence of life and nature.

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