Fantasy Quote by William Butler Yeats
““I carry the Sun in a Golden Cup, the Moon in a Silver Bag.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Song of the Wandering Aengus”, 1917
He metaphorically holds celestial bodies, expressing deep emotional or spiritual nourishment from love and wonder.
In simple terms: He holds sun and moon inside.
Key Takeaway
Seek wonder in everyday life.
Themes
spirituality
love
nature symbolism
inner wealth
Mood
inspirational
contemplative
Type
poetic
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- creative inspiration
- ritual practice
- relationship building
Key Concepts
mythology
poetic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What “sun” or “moon” do you cherish?
- How does symbolism shape your emotions?
A Different Perspective
May be overly abstract for some.
