Poetry Quote by Dylan Thomas
““Time held me green and dying Though I sang in my chains like the sea.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Force of Love” (excerpt), 1934
Time feels stagnant and dying, yet the poet sings despite feeling trapped, like the sea.
In simple terms: Even in decay, keep singing like the sea.
Key Takeaway
Keep expressing despite feeling trapped.
Themes
time
death
artistic expression
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal grief
- creative burnout
- emotional stagnation
Key Concepts
existentialism
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find voice in stagnation?
- What does the sea symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective
Singing may not change circumstances.
