Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Tell me you stones, O speak, you towering palaces! Streets, say a word! Spirit of this place, are you dumb? All things are alive in your sacred walls Eternal Rome, it's only for me all is still.

Tell me you stones, O speak, you towering palaces! Streets,

Summary

In this quote, the speaker, most likely a visitor to Rome, calls out to the inanimate objects and the spirit of the city, urging them to come to life and communicate with him. He expresses a sense of disappointment, feeling that Rome's iconic architecture, streets, and essence are strangely silent, leaving him alone in a still and lifeless moment. The quote encapsulates a yearning for an interactive and vibrant experience, highlighting the perceived contrast between the city's historical significance and its present state of quietness.

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By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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