Quote by Leonard Cohen

The candles burned The moon went down The polished hill The milky town Transparent, weightless, luminous Uncovering the two of us On that fundamental ground Where love's unwilled, unleashed, unbound And half the perfect world is found.

The candles burned The moon went down The polished hill The

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This quote describes a serene and intimate moment between two individuals amidst a beautiful setting. It portrays the scene of candles flickering, the moon disappearing behind a hill, and a town gleaming in brightness. In this ethereal atmosphere, the quote illustrates a deep connection between the two people, emphasizing the notion that love can transcend the bounds of logic or control. The language used suggests the discovery of a harmonious and blissful world, where love blossoms naturally and effortlessly.

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