“In the sleep of the trees, the dream of the leaves.”
What this quote means
Seferis's poetic image evokes the silent, profound life of nature. In the sleep of trees, that is, in their apparent rest, leaves dream: they carry within them potentialities, invisible movements. This suggests that even in stillness, there is inner activity, a form of consciousness or becoming. It invites us to recognize the beauty and mystery of what seems inert, and to meditate on the dreams that inhabit our own sleep.
How to apply it daily
Today, observe a tree or plant for a few minutes. Let your mind imagine the dreams it might contain, and connect this to your own dormant dreams and potentialities.
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