Poetry Quote by William Butler Yeats
““I said: 'A line will take us hours maybe; Yet if it does not seem a moment's thought, Our stitching and unstitching has been naught.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “A Line Will Take Us Hours Maybe”, 1913
The poet reflects on the fleeting nature of thought versus the labor of creation.
In simple terms: Ideas can be brief, but work is extensive.
Key Takeaway
Value the effort behind artistic creation.
Themes
art
time
effort
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- visual arts
- craftsmanship
Key Concepts
creative process
poetic labor
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance spontaneity with refinement?
- What steps help you move from idea to finished work?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can stall progress.
