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You will see such webs on the wet grass, maybe, As a…

“You will see such webs on the wet grass, maybe, As a pixie-mother weaves for her baby, You will find such flame at the wave's weedy ebb As flashes in the meshes of a mer-mother's web, But there comes to birth no common spawn From the love of a priest for a leprechaun, And you never have seen and…” quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay
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““You will see such webs on the wet grass, maybe, As a pixie-mother weaves for her baby, You will find such flame at the wave's weedy ebb As flashes in the meshes of a mer-mother's web, But there comes to birth no common spawn From the love of a priest for a leprechaun, And you never have seen and you never will see Such things as the things that swaddled me!””

Edna St. Vincent Millay

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The poem blends fantastical imagery with themes of love, priesthood, and unseen wonders, suggesting that some experiences are beyond ordinary perception.

In simple terms: Fantasy reveals hidden love and mystery.

Key Takeaway

Seek wonder beyond the visible.

Themes

imagination love spirituality

Mood

dreamlike enigmatic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • dream analysis
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

mythic symbolism paradox hidden truths

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal myths shape your worldview?
  • How do you interpret the priest‑leprechaun love?
A Different Perspective

The surreal imagery may obscure clear meaning for some readers.

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