I believe in the flesh and the appetites; Seeing, hearing…
““I believe in the flesh and the appetites; Seeing, hearing, feeling, are miracles, and each part and tag of me is a miracle. Divine am I inside and out, and I make holy whatever I touch or am touch’d from; The scent of these arm-pits, aroma finer than prayer; This head more than churches, bibles, and all the creeds.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
All bodily sensations and desires are sacred; the body itself is a holy temple.
In simple terms: The body is holy and its sensations are miracles.
Key Takeaway
Honor and cherish your physical self.
Themes
body
spirituality
nature
celebration
Mood
joyful
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- self‑acceptance
- sensory mindfulness
- creative expression
Key Concepts
Transcendentalism
embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you celebrate your body without excess?
- What rituals honor physical sensations?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with religious doctrines that devalue bodily desires.