Webs Wet Quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay
““You will see such webs on the wet grass, maybe, As a pixie-mother weaves for her baby, You will find such flame at the wave's weedy ebb As flashes in the meshes of a mer-mother's web, But there comes to birth no common spawn From the love of a priest for a leprechaun, And you never have seen and you never will see Such things as the things that swaddled me!””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, author Edna St. Vincent Millay
The poem blends fantastical imagery with themes of love, priesthood, and unseen wonders, suggesting that some experiences are beyond ordinary perception.
In simple terms: Fantasy reveals hidden love and mystery.
Key Takeaway
Seek wonder beyond the visible.
Themes
imagination
love
spirituality
Mood
dreamlike
enigmatic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- dream analysis
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
mythic symbolism
paradox
hidden truths
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal myths shape your worldview?
- How do you interpret the priest‑leprechaun love?
A Different Perspective
The surreal imagery may obscure clear meaning for some readers.
