Quote by Percy Bysshe Shelley

Cold hopes swarm like worms within our living clay.


Cold hopes swarm like worms within our living clay.

Summary

This quote metaphorically highlights the presence of unfulfilled hopes, desires, or ambitions that exist within the human spirit. The phrase "cold hopes" suggests the lack of warmth or vitality in these aspirations, mirroring the lifelessness of worms. By likening these hopes to worms within our "living clay," it implies that these unfulfilled desires persist within us, shaping our existence and potentially corroding our potential for growth and fulfillment. Overall, the quote emphasizes the existence of dormant aspirations that can weigh on our lives if left unresolved or unfulfilled.

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By Percy Bysshe Shelley
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