Being sick Quote by Anonymous
“There again," said Syme irritably, "what is there poetical about being in revolt? You might as well say that it is poetical to be sea-sick. Being sick is a revolt. Both being sick and being rebellious may be the wholesome thing on certain desperate occasions; but I'm hanged if I can see why they are poetical...It is things going right," he cried, "that is poetical! Our digestions, for instance, going sacredly and silently right, that is the foundation of all poetry...the most poetical thing in the world is not being sick.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: 1984 by George Orwell, 1949
Poetry can arise from rebellion, but true poetry is found in natural order and harmony.
In simple terms: Poetry is harmony, not just revolt.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance over mere rebellion.
Themes
poetry
rebellion
harmony
order
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- literary analysis
- personal reflection
- mindfulness
Key Concepts
aesthetics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- When is rebellion essential?
- How does order inspire creativity?
A Different Perspective
Rebellion can be necessary for change.
