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To see a world in a grain of sand and heaven in a wild flower Hold infinity in the palms of your hand and eternity in an
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"To see a world in a grain of sand and heaven in a wild flower Hold infinity in the palms of your hand and eternity in an hour"

- William Blake

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This quote by William Blake speaks with the idea that the world has plenty of beauty and wonder, which it can be found in the smallest of things. It recommends that we can discover a sense of eternity and infinity in today moment, if we put in the time to look. It motivates us to take an action back and appreciate the appeal of the world around us, and to recognize that there is something greater than ourselves. It speaks with the idea that we can discover a sense of peace and joy in the little moments of life, which we can discover a connection to something bigger than ourselves. It is a pointer that we can discover a sense of eternity and infinity in today moment, if we put in the time to look. It is a suggestion that we can find beauty and delight in the small minutes of life, which we can discover a connection to something larger than ourselves.

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William Blake This quote is written / told by William Blake between November 28, 1757 and August 12, 1827. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 66 other quotes.

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