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Beauty Quote by Tanith Lee

“Having told of so much beauty, how is it possible to tell of her? There are no words left on the earth in any tongue that will do. Such words vanished from the world when it shook itself free from the ocean of chaos, in a cataclysm that reshaped it like one of the balls small children throw in the…” quote by Tanith Lee
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““Having told of so much beauty, how is it possible to tell of her? There are no words left on the earth in any tongue that will do. Such words vanished from the world when it shook itself free from the ocean of chaos, in a cataclysm that reshaped it like one of the balls small children throw in the air at play.””

Tanith Lee

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About This Quote

The passage expresses the ineffability of describing profound beauty, suggesting language fails after a cosmic upheaval that reshapes reality.

In simple terms: Beauty beyond words after a cosmic shift.

Key Takeaway

Some experiences transcend language.

Themes

ineffability beauty cosmic transformation language limits creation myth

Mood

awe wonder melancholy

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • contemplating art
  • describing love
  • reflecting on nature
  • explaining profound moments

Key Concepts

ineffability beauty cosmic upheaval

Practical Applications

  • poetic writing
  • philosophical essays

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we convey what exceeds language?
  • What does a cosmic cataclysm symbolize?

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