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“When I clamber to the heights of sleep, Or when I grow excited with wine, suddenly I meet your face.” quote by William Butler Yeats
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“When I clamber to the heights of sleep, Or when I grow excited with wine, suddenly I meet your face.”

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.

The poet describes moments of intoxication or deep sleep where a beloved’s image appears vividly, suggesting love transcends ordinary consciousness.

In simple terms: Love appears even in dreams or intoxication.

Key Takeaway

Allow love to surface in unexpected moments.

Themes

love dreams intoxication memory transcendence

Mood

nostalgic contemplative

Type

poetic lyspirational

When to use this quote

  • nighttime reflection
  • drinking gatherings
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

Romanticism psychology symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do altered states reveal hidden feelings?
  • What does the sudden image tell about longing?
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