Angel Quote by Anne Sexton
“All the oxygen of the world was in them. All the feet of the babies of the world were in them. All the crotches of the angels of the world were in them. All the morning kisses of Philadelphia were in them.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Collected Poems, 1970
The quote uses vivid, surreal imagery to suggest that all essential, intimate aspects of life are embodied in a single entity, highlighting unity and interconnectedness.
In simple terms: All life's essential parts are embodied in one.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the profound unity of existence.
Themes
spirituality
unity
surrealism
intimacy
human experience
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- philosophical discourse
Key Concepts
metaphor
symbolism
holism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this imagery affect your sense of connection?
- What does “all the morning kisses of Philadelphia” evoke?
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