A clouded dream on an earthly night Hangs upon the crescent moon A voiceless song in an ageless light Sings at the coming dawn Birds in flight are calling there Where the heart moves the stones It's there that my heart is calling All for the love of you
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels drawn to a spiritual or romantic ideal represented by nature and light, guided by love.
- In plain terms
- Love calls my heart to a mystical place under the moon and dawn.
- What can you take from it?
- Love guides your heart to its true destination.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What calls your heart?
- Where does love lead you?
Another view
The imagery is vague and may lack concrete meaning for some readers.
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