Arms Quote by Galway Kinnell
“When I sleepwalk into your room, and pick you up, and hold you up in the moonlight, you cling to me hard, as if clinging could save us. I think you think I will never die, I think I exude to you the permanence of smoke or stars, even as my broken arms heal themselves around you.”
About This Quote
The poem conveys intense intimacy and a desire to protect a loved one, using celestial imagery to suggest enduring love despite vulnerability.
In simple terms: A lover offers comfort and promises lasting presence, even while wounded.
Key Takeaway
Offer steadfast support in love.
Themes
love
vulnerability
comfort
Mood
tender
melancholic
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- relationship crises
- personal loss
- healing processes
- nighttime reflections
Key Concepts
romantic devotion
emotional healing
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you sustain love during hardship?
- What symbols help you feel lasting connection?
A Different Perspective
Love may not prevent pain, only share it.
