My banks they are furnish'd with bees, Whose murmur invites one to sleep.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The banks are filled with bees whose humming encourages sleep.
- In plain terms
- Bees on the banks hum him to sleep.
- What can you take from it?
- Nature can be soothing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What sounds help you sleep?
- Where do you find peace?
Another view
Bees can also be disturbing.
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