Dear readers and subscribers, I hope you are all having a wonderful Valentine’s day! As a token of my appreciation for your support, I have taken the time to translate a beautiful love poem for you. The poem is titled “I met you – and all of the past” and was written by Fyodor Tyutchev in the 1870s.
In this poem, Tyutchev beautifully expresses the profound impact that meeting someone special can have on our lives. It is a celebration of love and the transformative power it holds. I have included the original Russian text alongside the English translation, so you can enjoy the poem in its intended form.
Valentine’s day is a time for us to express our love and appreciation for those who hold a special place in our hearts. Whether you are celebrating with a romantic partner, friends, or family, I hope this poem serves as a reminder of the beauty and joy that love brings into our lives.
Once again, I wish you all a very Happy Valentine’s day! May it be filled with love, happiness, and cherished moments with your loved ones.
As always, you have full access to the complete translation by simply clicking on one of the links. You can also explore all of our translations on the Russian Literature page. Enjoy the journey through the fascinating world of Russian literature!

Translation of the poem “I met you – and all of the past” by Fyodor Tyutchev in English with English and Russian side by side

| Я встретил вас, и все былое Федора Тютчева | I met you – and all of the past |
| Translated by Akirill.com Dec 18, 2023 | |
| Я встретил вас — и все былое | I met you – and all of the past |
| В отжившем сердце ожило; | In an obsolete heart came to life; |
| Я вспомнил время золотое — | I remembered the golden time – |
| И сердцу стало так тепло… | And my heart felt so warm… |
| Как поздней осени порою | Like in the late autumn sometimes |
| Бывают дни, бывает час, (There are days, there is an hour,) | There are days, there are times, |
| Читать далее … | Continue reading … |
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