Quote by Percy Bysshe Shelley

There is eloquence in the tonguelesswind, and a melody in the flowing brooks and the rustling of thereeds beside them, which by their inconceivable relation to somethingwithin the soul, awaken the spirits to a dance of breathlessrapture, and bring tears of mysterious tenderness to the eyes, likethe enthusiasm of patriotic success, or the voice of one belovedsinging to you alone.

There is eloquence in the tonguelesswind, and a melody in th

Summary

This quote suggests that nature possesses a form of eloquence and beauty that speaks to the depths of the soul. The whispering wind, the gentle flow of brooks, and the rustling of reeds create a profound connection within us, igniting a sense of joy and profound emotion. This experience can be compared to the exhilaration of achieving something patriotic or hearing the voice of a cherished individual. It implies that nature has a unique power to stir our spirits and evoke a tender and unexplainable emotional response, manifested through tears of overwhelming tenderness.

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Nature Love Contemplation Lucidity

By Percy Bysshe Shelley

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