Quote by Alfred Tennyson

Thus truth was multiplied on truth, the world Like one great garden show'd, And thro' the wreaths of floating dark up-curl'd, Rare sunrise flow'd. And Freedom rear'd in that august sunrise Her beautiful bold brow, When rites and forms before his burning eyes Melted like snow.

Thus truth was multiplied on truth, the world Like one great

Summary

This quote suggests that truth begets more truth, creating a world filled with its abundance, akin to a beautiful garden. The image of a rare sunrise, emerging through clouds, symbolizes the transformative power of truth and its ability to bring about freedom. As truth reveals itself, the quote illustrates how the oppressive systems of ritual and formality dissolve in its presence. This emphasizes the liberating and empowering nature of truth, allowing for the bold emergence of freedom and new possibilities.

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By Alfred Tennyson

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