Quote by Llewelyn Powys

No sight is more provocative of awe than is the night sky.

No sight is more provocative of awe than is the night sky.

Summary

This quote highlights the captivating and inspiring nature of the night sky. It suggests that there is no other view that evokes a sense of wonder and admiration as much as gazing up at the vastness and beauty of the stars, moon, and galaxies. The quote implies that the magnificence and mystery of the night sky can awaken a deep sense of awe within us, reminding us of the vastness of the universe and our small place within it.

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By Llewelyn Powys

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