Bed Quote by William Butler Yeats
“even The bed of love, that in the imagination Had seemed to be the giver of all peace, Is no more than a wine-cup in the tasting, And as soon finished.”
About This Quote
Love’s imagined peace is fleeting, like a wine cup that empties quickly.
In simple terms: Imagined love is fleeting.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love’s impermanence.
Themes
love
illusion
impermanence
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic disappointment
- spiritual yearning
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
transient joy
ephemeral peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations have you let go?
- How do you find lasting peace?
A Different Perspective
Idealized love can lead to disillusionment.
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