Desire Quote by Aldous Huxley
““The silence of the storm weighs heavily On their strained spirits: sometimes one will say Some trivial thing as though to ward away Mysterious powers, that imminently lie In wait, with the strong exorcising grace Of everyday's futility. Desire Becomes upon a sudden a crystal fire, Defined and hard: If he could kiss her face, Could kiss her hair! As if by chance, her hand Brushes on his ... Ah, can she understand? Or is she pedestalled above the touch Of his desire? He wonders: dare he seek From her that little, that infinitely much? And suddenly she kissed him on the cheek.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 1930s
The poem explores yearning and the tension between desire and restraint, using storm imagery and fleeting intimacy.
In simple terms: Desire meets fleeting moments amid turmoil.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability while recognizing limits.
Themes
desire
intimacy
inner conflict
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- creative expression
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
romantic longing
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the storm symbolize for you?
- How does restraint shape desire?
A Different Perspective
Some may see the language as overly ornate, obscuring meaning.
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