Quotations for the Poem The Rain
- “The best thing one can do when it’s raining is to let it rain.”
— Henry Wadsworth Longfellow - “Do not be angry with the rain; it simply does not know how to fall upwards.”
— Vladimir Nabokov - “A rain of tears is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength.”
— Unknown - “Raindrops are nature’s tears of joy.”
— Terri Guillemets - “The day which we fear as our last is but the birthday of eternity.”
— Lucius Annaeus Seneca - “The earth has music for those who listen.”
— George Santayana
Summary of The Rain
Word Count: 200 words
In the poem, the speaker listens to the sound of rain falling on the leaves. They describe how the leaves on the top of the tree are able to catch more rain and then drop it onto the leaves below. The speaker finds this sound pleasant and soothing, calling it a “sweet noise.” The rain creates a sense of peace as it nourishes the leaves, with the top leaves providing for the poorer ones beneath.
“The rain falls on the just and the unjust.”
— William Cecil Duncan
The poem continues with the speaker imagining what will happen when the rain stops. They hope that when the sun comes out, each raindrop will sparkle and shine brightly. The speaker is filled with anticipation, looking forward to the sight of the sun shining on the rain-soaked world, which will make everything look beautiful and bright.
“Raindrops are the lullaby of nature.”
— Terri Guillemets
The poem reflects the relationship between rain and sunlight, showing how the rain brings life and beauty to nature. It highlights the cycle of rain and sun, which brings both nourishment and brightness, making the world more alive and full of wonder.
“Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
Standard Summary (150 words)
In the poem, the speaker describes the sound of rain falling on the leaves. The leaves at the top of the tree catch the rain and drop it onto the ones below, creating a gentle, soothing sound. The speaker finds this noise pleasant, as it symbolizes how the rain nurtures the plants.
“The rain falls on the just and the unjust.”
— William Cecil Duncan
The speaker then imagines what will happen once the rain stops. They hope that when the sun shines, each raindrop will sparkle, creating a beautiful sight. This moment is filled with optimism and anticipation.
“Raindrops are the lullaby of nature.”
— Terri Guillemets
The poem reflects the relationship between rain and sunlight, showing how they work together to bring life and beauty to the earth. It emphasizes the cycle of nature and how it renews and nourishes the world.
“Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Rain by W.H. Davies
I hear leaves drinking rain;
I hear rich leaves on top
Giving the poor beneath
Drop after drop;
‘Tis a sweet noise to hear
These green leaves drinking near.
And when the sun comes out,
After this rain shall stop,
A Wondrous light will fill
Each dark, round drop;
I hope the Sun shines bright;
It will be a lovely sight.
