Quote by John Donne

Busy old fool, unruly Sun, why dost thou thus through windows and through curtains call on us? Must to thy motions lovers seasons run?

Busy old fool, unruly Sun, why dost thou thus through window

Summary

In this quote, the speaker questions the intrusion of the morning sun into their personal space through windows and curtains. By personifying the sun as an "unruly" and bothersome entity, they wonder why the sun's movements dictate the progression of time for lovers. The quote conveys a sense of annoyance and frustration towards external forces that disrupt intimacy and suggests a desire for more control over the timing and pace of personal affairs.

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