There’s an enchanting connection between these two wonders. The rainbows often drape the mountains as they arch over valleys and ridges, creating a harmonious union of earth and sky. In those moments, it’s as if the mountains themselves are embracing the rainbows, forming a symphony of natural beauty that fills the soul with wonder and gratitude for the world we inhabit.
Rainbows, born from the interplay of sunlight and raindrops, paint the sky with a vibrant spectrum of colours. They are fleeting, transient moments of magic that remind us of the inherent beauty in the world around us. When a rainbow arcs across the heavens, it’s as if nature herself is offering a fleeting smile, a promise of better times and days.
Mountains, on the other hand are the epitome of endurance and grandeur, with landscapes that provide a sense of awe and perspective, reminding us of our smallness in the grand scheme of the universe.
These moments are a reminder of the extraordinary beauty that can be found in the simplest of natural phenomena, inspiring us to cherish and protect the precious places of the planet we call home.
A simple mnemonic reminder of the colour scheme in its natural order as defined by Isaac Newton. Was this a nursery rhyme common in his own time?
R Richard. Red
O Of. Orange
Y York. Yellow
G Gave. Green
B Battle. Blue
I In. Indigo
V Vain. Violet
What mnemonics or nursery rhymes do people use in other languages and customs to recall the colours of the rainbow?
(Slieve Mish Mountains on the Dingle Peninsula, Co. Kerry)
