Because of thee, the land of dreams Becomes a gathering place of fears: Until tormented slumber seems One vehemence of useless tears.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Dreams can turn into sources of fear and torment, leading to useless weeping.
- In plain terms
- Your dreams become fears that cause pain and tears.
- What can you take from it?
- Dreams can become nightmares.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do your dreams mean?
- When do dreams turn to fear?
Another view
It presents a deeply pessimistic view of the subconscious.
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