Passion Quote by Li-Young Lee
““My tongue remembers your wounded flavor. The vein in my neck adores you. A sword stands up between my hips, my hidden fleece sends forth its scent of human oil.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Gift” (1995) by Li‑Young Lee
The speaker describes an intimate, almost visceral longing, using bodily metaphors to convey deep emotional attachment and desire.
In simple terms: Intense longing expressed through body imagery.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and honor deep emotional connections.
Themes
love
desire
intimacy
body
emotion
Mood
passionate
reflective
Type
poetic
emotive
When to use this quote
- romantic relationship
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
metaphor
sensory imagery
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- How does physical metaphor shape emotional perception?
- What boundaries exist in expressing desire?
A Different Perspective
The sensual language may obscure consent or mutual feeling.
