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somewhere in sands of the desert A shape with lion body…

“somewhere in sands of the desert A shape with lion body and the head of a man, A gaze blank and pitiless as the sun, Is moving its slow thighs, while all about it Reel shadows of the indignant desert birds.” quote by William Butler Yeats
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“somewhere in sands of the desert A shape with lion body and the head of a man, A gaze blank and pitiless as the sun, Is moving its slow thighs, while all about it Reel shadows of the indignant desert birds.”

William Butler Yeats

About This Quote

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

A lion‑bodied, human‑headed creature roams the desert, embodying relentless, indifferent power.

In simple terms: Desert creature shows harsh, indifferent power.

Key Takeaway

Recognize indifferent forces.

Themes

power desert mythology

Mood

thoughtful mysterious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • nature observation
  • literary analysis
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

mythology symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the creature symbolize?
  • How does indifference affect you?
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