Beauty Quote by Percy Bysshe Shelley
““Thou Wonder, and thou Beauty, and thou Terror!””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Revolt of Islam”, 1817, line from the poem
Beauty, wonder, and terror coexist, reflecting complex emotions
In simple terms: Beauty, awe, and fear are intertwined
Embrace the paradox of awe and dread
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- literary analysis
- art criticism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does terror enhance the perception of beauty?
- Can wonder exist without fear?
May be misinterpreted as glorifying terror