Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Gradually the village murmur subsided, and we seemed to be embarked on the placid current of our dreams, floating from past to future as silently as one awakes to fresh morning or evening thoughts.

Gradually the village murmur subsided, and we seemed to be e

Summary

This quote implies that as the village settles down and becomes quiet, it creates an atmosphere of tranquility akin to being carried away on a peaceful river. The reference to "placid current" suggests a blissful flow of consciousness, where one transitions effortlessly between memories and aspirations. It compares this process to the serene awakening from sleep, where one calmly reflects on thoughts about the past or future. Thus, the quote highlights the transformative power of silence and contemplation in allowing the mind to navigate between different temporal dimensions.

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