Afterlife Quote by William Butler Yeats
“I have mummy truths to tell Whereat the living mock, Though not for sober ear, For maybe all that hear Should laugh and weep an hour upon the clock.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Countess Kathleen and Various Legends and Other Poems, 1910
The speaker claims to possess profound truths that are mocked by the living, yet these truths are not for the sober; they provoke both laughter and tears in listeners.
In simple terms: Deep truths cause mixed emotions and are often misunderstood.
Key Takeaway
Share truth, accept varied reactions.
Themes
truth
mockery
emotion
artistry
Mood
reflective
melancholic
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- creative writing
- personal confession
- teaching
- counseling
Key Concepts
philosophy
poetry
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you hesitant to share?
- How do you handle mixed reactions?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone will appreciate or understand deep insights.
