Devil Quote by Karl Shapiro
“Haul up the flag, you mourners, Not half-mast but all the way; The funeral is done and disbanded; The devil's had the final say.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, 20th century American poetry
The speaker urges raising a flag fully, symbolizing defiance after a funeral where evil seems victorious.
In simple terms: Raise the flag completely as a sign of defiance after a funeral
Key Takeaway
Defiance after loss
Themes
defiance
ritual
victory
Mood
defiant
somber
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- funeral aftermath
- political protest
- personal mourning
- community rally
Key Concepts
symbolism
resilience
nihilism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the flag represent for you?
- How do you confront perceived evil after loss?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may be obscure without context
