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Angel Quote by Richard Le Gallienne

“The soul is but senses catching fire, Marvellous music of the body's lyre, - The angel senses are the silver strings Stirred by the breath of some unknown desire.” quote by Richard Le Gallienne
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““The soul is but senses catching fire, Marvellous music of the body's lyre, - The angel senses are the silver strings Stirred by the breath of some unknown desire.””

Richard Le Gallienne

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Soul is but Senses Catching Fire”, 1915

The soul ignites through sensory experience, creating music like a lyre played by unseen desire.

In simple terms: Soul is sparked by senses and desire.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate sensory awareness.

Themes

spirituality art music

Mood

poetic contemplative

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • creative work
  • mindfulness
  • artistic inspiration
  • emotional expression

Key Concepts

aesthetics metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What senses awaken your soul?
  • How does desire shape your art?
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Interpretation varies across cultures.

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