Christ Quote by Robert Lowell
“I will catch Christ with a greased worm, And when the Prince of Darkness stalks My bloodstream to its Stygian term . . . On water the Man-Fisher walks.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Man-Fisher" by Robert Lowell, 1964
The speaker uses vivid, mythic imagery to describe confronting evil and darkness with determination and faith.
In simple terms: Facing darkness with faith and resolve.
Key Takeaway
Embrace courage against inner darkness.
Themes
faith
resilience
mythic imagery
spiritual struggle
Mood
introspective
determined
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual seeking
- overcoming fear
- inner conflict
Key Concepts
existentialism
symbolism
heroic journey
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront personal darkness?
- What symbols help you stay resilient?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may obscure practical steps for dealing with real-world problems.
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