Quote by William Blake, Auguries of Innoc

To see a world in a grain of sand,And a heaven in a wild flower,Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,And eternity in an hour.First published by Rossetti in Gilchrist's Life of William Blake (1863), it was composed between 1800 - 1803 http://www.artofeurope.com/blake/bla3.htm

To see a world in a grain of sand,And a heaven in a wild flo

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This quote, attributed to poet William Blake, encourages a shift in perspective and a deep appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the world. It suggests that by closely examining the smallest elements of life, such as a grain of sand or a wild flower, one can discover profound insights and connections to the larger universe. It also suggests that infinite potential and the essence of eternity can be found in even the briefest of moments, emphasizing the power of the present.

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By William Blake, Auguries of Innoc

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