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Madrigals" 1 Like concentric ripples over the water, so in…

“Madrigals" 1 Like concentric ripples over the water, so in my heart your words. Like a bird that strikes against the wind, so on my lips your kisses. Like exposed fountains opposing the evening, so my dark eyes over your flesh. 2 I am caught in your circles, concentric. Like Saturn I wear the…” quote by Federico García Lorca
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““Madrigals" 1 Like concentric ripples over the water, so in my heart your words. Like a bird that strikes against the wind, so on my lips your kisses. Like exposed fountains opposing the evening, so my dark eyes over your flesh. 2 I am caught in your circles, concentric. Like Saturn I wear the rings of my dream. I am not ruined by setting nor do I rise myself.””

Federico García Lorca

About This Quote

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

The speaker likens love’s impact to natural rhythms and celestial patterns, expressing deep immersion and inevitable entanglement.

In simple terms: Love feels like ripples, wind, and rings that surround and bind.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love’s all‑encompassing pull.

Themes

love nature cosmos emotion

Mood

intense yearning

Type

poetic romantic

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationship
  • poetic expression
  • personal introspection

Key Concepts

metaphor concentric rings dreams

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love shape your identity?
  • Do you feel trapped or inspired by love?
A Different Perspective

Love can feel overwhelming and limiting personal freedom.

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