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Question:They flash upon that inward eye

Which is the bliss of solitude;


Explain to me what you can about this line, I just do not understand it. One theory is that the inward eye could mean his mind? And that the daffodils reminded him of a time when he was happy. Would that be plausable? Any of your opinions welcomed! 10 points best answer :)


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: They flash upon that inward eye

Which is the bliss of solitude;


Explain to me what you can about this line, I just do not understand it. One theory is that the inward eye could mean his mind? And that the daffodils reminded him of a time when he was happy. Would that be plausable? Any of your opinions welcomed! 10 points best answer :)

Memory is the bliss of solitude here. The poem is a reflective one and so memory is what it means

the bliss of solitude refers to memory and the art or act of reflection

The image of the daffodils recurs in his mind's eye - (the picture a person chooses to see when their eyes are closed) - and this kind of tranquil, reflective state of visualisation is one that gives him a sense of great happiness / well-being in moments when he is totally alone.

inward eye is deeper insight - the private part of mind from which one views the world sometimes.
the bliss of solitude - the perfection of not being bothered by other people.