Archer Quote by Edward Young
“Insatiate archer! could not one suffice? Thy shaft flew thrice, and thrice my peace was slain; And thrice, ere thrice yon moon had filled her horn.”
About This Quote
The poet laments relentless conflict, using the archer’s repeated shots as a metaphor for ongoing violence that shatters peace.
In simple terms: Endless fighting destroys peace repeatedly.
Key Takeaway
Seek resolution and end cycles of violence.
Themes
war
peace
conflict
repetition
destruction
Mood
somber
urgent
thoughtful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- battlefields
- political negotiations
- personal relationships
- social unrest
- historical wars
Key Concepts
violence
cyclical conflict
human suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can break the cycle of retaliation?
- How does repeated conflict affect societies?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be fragile and easily broken by continued aggression.
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