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“Witch, do this for me, Find me a moon made of longing. Then cut it sliver thin, and having cut it, hang it high above my beloved's house, so that she may look up tonight and see it, and seeing it, sigh for me as I sigh for her, moon or no moon.” quote by Anonymous
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“Witch, do this for me, Find me a moon made of longing. Then cut it sliver thin, and having cut it, hang it high above my beloved's house, so that she may look up tonight and see it, and seeing it, sigh for me as I sigh for her, moon or no moon.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

A yearning lover imagines creating a symbolic moon to evoke shared longing across distance, using poetic imagery to bind two hearts.

In simple terms: Longing expressed through a crafted celestial symbol.

Key Takeaway

Use symbols to convey deep emotional connection.

Themes

Longing Romance Imagery Symbolism Separation

Mood

Melancholy Hopeful Intimate

Type

Poetic Romantic Metaphorical

When to use this quote

  • Writing love letters
  • Creating romantic gestures
  • Designing symbolic art
  • Planning a surprise for a distant partner

Key Concepts

Moon as metaphor Shared sighs Distance Emotional projection

Practical Applications

  • Poetic expression
  • Romantic storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can shared symbols deepen emotional bonds?
  • What role does imagination play in sustaining longing?
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