Poem Quote by William Blake
““Ah Sun-flower! weary of time, Who countest the steps of the Sun: Seeking after that sweet golden clime Where the traveller's journey is done. Where the Youth pined away with desire, And the pale Virgin shrouded in snow: Arise from their graves and aspire, Where my Sun-flower wishes to go.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Sun‑flower” from Songs of Innocence and Experience, 1794
The speaker longs for an ideal, timeless place, urging the youthful and pure to rise and pursue a transcendent destiny.
In simple terms: Yearning for an eternal, perfect realm.
Key Takeaway
Seek higher purpose beyond the mundane.
Themes
longing
spirituality
idealism
Mood
hopeful
dreamy
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- artistic inspiration
- personal growth
- spiritual quests
- creative writing
Key Concepts
transcendence
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “sweet golden clime” symbolize?
- How can one balance aspiration with reality?
A Different Perspective
Idealism may ignore practical limits.
