"When the sappy boughs Attire themselves with blooms, sweet rudiments Of future harvest"
- John Philips
About this Quote
This quote by John Philips is a metaphor for the cycle of life. The sappy boughs represent the beginning of life, when whatever is fresh and new. The flowers represent the charm and pleasure of life, and the sweet aspects of future harvest represent the potential of life. The flowers are a tip that life has plenty of possibilities which the future has plenty of potential. The quote is a reminder that life is a cycle, and that we ought to value the charm of today minute and look forward to the future. It is a suggestion to take advantage of the opportunities that life presents us with, and to make the most of our lives. Life is a journey, and we must make the most of it.
This quote is written / told by John Philips between December 30, 1676 and February 15, 1709. He/she was a famous Poet from England.
The author also have 1 other quotes.
"The tiger is a magnificent creature and one that is threatened by human activities on all fronts. It is up to us to protect this iconic species and ensure that it has a future in the wild"
"Without culture, and the relative freedom it implies, society, even when perfect, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future"
