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“The crow wished everything was black, the owl, that every thing was white.” quote by William Blake
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“The crow wished everything was black, the owl, that every thing was white.”

William Blake

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, 1790

Contrasting colors symbolize opposing perspectives, urging balance between darkness and light.

In simple terms: Balance opposites.

Key Takeaway

Seek harmony between extremes.

Themes

balance perspective duality

Mood

thoughtful contemplative

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • art critique
  • personal reflection
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

symbolism contrast philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does darkness represent for you?
  • How can you integrate opposing views?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on one side can cause bias.

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