Arms Quote by Richard Siken
“All night I streched my arms across him, rivers of blood, the dark woods, singing with all my skin and bone ''Please keep him safe. Let him lay his head on my chest and we will be like sailors, swimming in the sound of it, dashed to pieces.'' Makes a cathedral, him pressing against me, his lips at my neck, and yes, I do believe his mouth is heaven, his kisses falling over me like stars.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Crush", 2005
The speaker seeks intimate protection, merging physical desire with spiritual salvation, portraying love as a sacred, salvific force.
In simple terms: Love is described as a holy, protective sanctuary.
Key Takeaway
Seek deep, protective love.
Themes
love
protection
spirituality
intimacy
desire
Mood
tender
intense
hopeful
Type
poetic
romantic
When to use this quote
- relationships
- grief
- healing
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
romanticism
transcendence
embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to protect someone fully?
- How can love be both sacred and grounded?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing love can ignore realistic boundaries and consent.
