Beast Quote by Allen Tate
“Walk in this faithless grass with studious tread, Lest mice, weasels, germane beasts, too soon The tall hat and eyes, the fierce feet, for dead Descry, and fix you prone in their revelling moon.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Garden of the World", 1928
The poem describes walking through dangerous, deceptive terrain where hidden threats lurk, urging careful, deliberate movement.
In simple terms: Be cautious in unknown, risky environments.
Key Takeaway
Proceed with vigilance and humility.
Themes
caution
danger
exploration
Mood
reflective
foreboding
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- hiking
- research
- new ventures
- urban exploration
Key Concepts
mythic symbolism
perception
nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden risks might you overlook?
- How can you balance curiosity with safety?
A Different Perspective
It may romanticize danger, ignoring practical safety.
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