A terrible violence of creation,A flash into the burning…
“A terrible violence of creation,A flash into the burning heart of the abominable;Yet if we wait, unafraid, beyond the fearful instant,The burning lake turns into a forest pool,The fire subsides into rings of water,A sunlit silence.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Creation can be violent, yet patience transforms chaos into calm.
In simple terms: Destructive creation becomes peaceful over time.
Allow time to soften intense experiences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artistic projects
- grief processing
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate patience during turmoil?
- What does the fire‑to‑water metaphor suggest about healing?
Immediate intensity may overwhelm.