Fishy Quote by Rupert Brooke
“But somewhere, beyond Space and Time, is wetter water, slimier slime! And there (they trust) there swimmeth one who swam ere rivers were begun, immense of fishy form and mind, squamous omnipotent, and kind.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Old Vicarage, 1910
A fantastical vision of an ancient, sentient sea creature that predates rivers, embodying both power and benevolence.
In simple terms: An ancient, powerful sea being that is kind.
Key Takeaway
Recognize wisdom can exist in unexpected, ancient forms.
Themes
myth
nature
power
benevolence
Mood
wonderful
reflective
Type
mythical
poetic
When to use this quote
- exploration of deep sea
- science fiction writing
- environmental storytelling
Key Concepts
cosmology
primordial life
sentience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this creature symbolize for humanity?
- How might we protect ancient ecosystems?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may over‑idealize nature, ignoring ecological threats.