Quote by Hermann Hesse

Voll BlÃ¼ten steht der Pfirsichbaum nicht jede wÃ¤chst zur Frucht sie schimmern hell wie Rosenschaum durch Blau und Wolkenflucht. Wie BlÃ¼ten geh'n Gedanken auf hundert an jedem Tag -- lass' blÃ¼hen, lass' dem Ding den Lauf frag' nicht nach dem Ertrag! Es muss auch Spiel und Unschuld sein und BlÃ¼tenÃ¼berfluss sonst wÃ¤r' die Welt uns viel zu klein und Leben kein Genuss.

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Summary

This quote uses the imagery of a peach tree in full blossom to symbolize the abundance and variety of thoughts that arise in our minds every day. Just as not every blossom on the tree will grow into a fruit, not every thought will lead to a tangible outcome. The quote urges us to embrace the flourishing of thoughts and ideas without always questioning or seeking immediate results. It emphasizes the importance of playfulness, innocence, and the abundance of ideas to make life enjoyable and the world feel expansive.

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Poetry Beauty Metaphors Ideas Enjoyment Growth Innocence Trees Abundance Blossoms Peach Tree

By Hermann Hesse

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