Blood Quote by Etel Adnan
“To read a lot of trash mixing the blood of war with business’s stench. To root out any happiness. To go out, and down, and on the road. To hesitate; to go on, and ahead, and back, and up the stairs, and in one’s room. On the way, to notice that the mountain is still there. To lie and sleep, deeply, heavily. To reproduce night’s sleep. To wake up, look through the window at green water, from the Bay to the mountain, and return to one’s self. To remember that war is devastating Irak. To feel pain.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 1990s (published in Collected Poems)
The poem juxtaposes war’s devastation with everyday life, urging awareness of lingering trauma and the persistence of nature amidst conflict.
In simple terms: War’s impact lingers in daily moments; nature endures.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and process lingering trauma.
Themes
war
memory
nature
resilience
daily life
Mood
melancholic
reflective
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- reading poetry
- mental health coping
- environmental awareness
Key Concepts
trauma
contrast
reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does everyday routine help heal war trauma?
- What role does nature play in personal recovery?
A Different Perspective
The poem may romanticize suffering, overlooking practical recovery steps.
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