Immortal Quote by Sappho
““Blest as the immortal gods is he, The youth who fondly sits by thee, And hears and sees thee, all the while, Softly speaks and sweetly smile. 'Twas this deprived my soul of rest, And raised such tumults in my breast; For, while I gazed, in transport tossed, My breath was gone, my voice was lost; My bosom glowed; the subtle flame Ran quick through all my vital frame; O'er my dim eyes a darkness hung; My ears with hollow murmurs rung; In dewy damps my limbs were chilled; My blood with gentle horrors thrilled: My feeble pulse forgot to play; I fainted, sunk, and died away.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Fragmentary lyric, ancient Greek, 6th century BCE
The speaker is overwhelmed by intense love, feeling physical and emotional turmoil that consumes her being.
In simple terms: Love overwhelms body and mind.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love’s power and its effects.
Themes
love
passion
overwhelm
Mood
intense
melancholic
Type
poetic
lyarrative
When to use this quote
- romantic courtship
- unrequited love
- artistic inspiration
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
Greek lyric
emotional intensity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does love make you feel physically?
- How do you balance passion with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Love can cause loss of self‑control and health.
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