Aliens Quote by Thomas Merton
“Pardon all runners, All speechless, alien winds, All mad waters. Pardon their impulses, Their wild attitudes, Their young flights, their reticence. When a message has no clothes on How can it be spoken.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Seven Storey Mountain, 1948
A poetic meditation on the difficulty of expressing deep truths when language is insufficient.
In simple terms: Words often fail to convey profound feelings.
Key Takeaway
Seek non‑verbal ways to communicate depth.
Themes
spirituality
expression
language
silence
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- therapy
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
mysticism
communication
ineffability
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments have you felt speech inadequate?
- How can silence convey meaning?
A Different Perspective
Words can also mislead or oversimplify.
