Accursed Quote by William Butler Yeats
“Accursed who brings to light of day the writings I have cast away.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Second Coming" by W.B. Yeats, 1919
The speaker curses those who expose hidden truths, implying that revealing secrets brings misfortune
In simple terms: Revealing hidden writings brings curse
Key Takeaway
Beware exposing secrets that may cause harm
Themes
literature
curse
truth revelation
Mood
dark
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal diaries
- public disclosures
- confessional writing
Key Concepts
mythology
danger of knowledge
oral warning
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are better kept private?
- How does secrecy protect society?
A Different Perspective
Revealing truth can have unintended negative effects
