Anguish Quote by John Keats
“I see a lily on thy brow, With anguish moist and fever dew; And on thy cheek a fading rose Fast withereth too.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Ode on a Grecian Urn” (excerpt), 1819
He describes a delicate flower on a brow, its fading beauty mirroring the fleeting nature of life and love.
In simple terms: A lily on a brow fades like a rose.
Key Takeaway
Cherish transient beauty.
Themes
beauty
mortality
transience
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- artistic inspiration
- personal loss
- seasonal change
Key Concepts
ephemeral nature
symbolic imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments do you cherish before they fade?
- How does impermanence shape your values?
A Different Perspective
Beauty’s impermanence can cause melancholy.
