Quote by Alfred Tennyson

O love, O fire! once he drewWith one long kiss my whole soul throughMy lips, as sunlight drinketh dew.

O love, O fire! once he drewWith one long kiss my whole soul

Summary

This quote describes a passionate encounter where the speaker's soul is deeply touched and captivated by love. Through a powerful and intense kiss, their entire being is enveloped with overwhelming passion and devotion. The reference to sunlight drinking dew implies the thoroughness and thirst with which their soul is consumed by love, likening it to the sun's absorption of moisture from the morning dew. This quote emphasizes the profound impact that love and desire can have on a person, leaving a lasting imprint on their soul.

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Inspirational Literature Deep Moving Emotional Elegant

By Alfred Tennyson

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