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“While man can still his body keep Wine or love drug him to sleep, Waking he thanks the Lord that he Has body and its stupidity…” quote by William Butler Yeats
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“While man can still his body keep Wine or love drug him to sleep, Waking he thanks the Lord that he Has body and its stupidity…”

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.

Human frailty leads us to seek escape in wine or love, yet gratitude for life remains.

In simple terms: We turn to comforts, but still thank existence.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and appreciate life's gifts despite flaws.

Themes

human nature spirituality gratitude addiction

Mood

contemplative reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • spiritual practice
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

wine love faith stupidity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What comforts do you rely on?
  • How does gratitude shift perspective?
A Different Perspective

Escapism can prevent confronting deeper issues.

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