Poetry Quote by Sappho
““In fact she herself once blamed me Kyprogeneia because I prayed this word: I want.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Fragmentary lyric, 6th century BC, Sappho's surviving verses
She attributes blame to a deity for desiring something, reflecting personal responsibility and divine influence
In simple terms: She blames a god for wanting something
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal agency in desires
Themes
mythology
personal responsibility
desire
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- psychology
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Greek lyric poetry
divine attribution
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assign blame for your desires?
- Can divine attribution empower or limit you?
A Different Perspective
The quote may romanticize blaming external forces rather than self‑accountability
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