Smell Quote by Wallace Stevens
““The old seraph, parcel-gilded, among violets Inhaled the appointed odor, while the doves Rose up like phantoms from chronologies.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Man with the Blue Guitar” (1923)
A surreal image blends divine and earthly scents, suggesting fleeting beauty and timeless longing.
In simple terms: Divine scent meets fleeting beauty.
Appreciate fleeting moments of beauty.
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When to use this quote
- art appreciation
- poetry reading
- meditation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions does this imagery evoke?
- How do you find meaning in fleeting beauty?
Interpretation may vary widely.