Elected Silence, sing to me And beat upon my whorled ear, Pipe me to pastures still and be The music that I care to hear.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker asks for a quiet, natural sound to replace the noise of the world, seeking peace in simplicity.
- In plain terms
- I want to hear quiet, simple sounds instead of loud noise.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek peace in simple, natural sounds.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What sound brings you peace?
- How do you find stillness?
Another view
Silence may not always be possible in busy environments.
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