Though the night was made for loving, And the day returns too soon, Yet we'll go no more a roving By the light of the moon.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Even though night is made for love and day comes quickly, we will no longer roam by moonlight.
- In plain terms
- We stop wandering under the moon despite love-filled nights and fleeting days.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize when to end aimless wandering.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why might one choose stability over adventure?
- How does time pressure affect love?
Another view
It may ignore the value of occasional wandering.
More from Lord Byron
For the sword outwears its sheath, And the soul wears out the breast, And the heart must pause to breathe, And love itself have rest.
Permalink to quote #103 For most men (till by losing rendered sager) Will back their own opinions by a wager.
Permalink to quote #105 So, we'll go no more a roving So late into the night, Though the heart be still as loving, And the moon be still as bright.
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