Quote by Kahlil Gibran

For the sight of the angry weather saddens my soul and the sight of the town, sitting like a bereaved mother beneath layers of ice, oppresses my heart.

For the sight of the angry weather saddens my soul and the s

Summary

This quote portrays the emotional impact of adverse weather conditions on the speaker. The mentioning of the "angry weather" suggests their sadness and possibly fear caused by the harsh elements. Additionally, the description of the town as a "bereaved mother beneath layers of ice" evokes a sense of grief and desolation, further emphasizing the heaviness that the speaker feels. Together, the quote captures the speaker's emotional response to the depressing and oppressive atmosphere created by the weather and its impact on the surroundings.

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