Beloved Quote by William Butler Yeats
“I would that we were, my beloved, white birds on the foam of the sea! We tire of the flame of the meteor, before it can fadeand flee; And the flame of the blue star of twilight, hung low on the rim of the sky, Has awaked in our hearts, my beloved, a sadness that may not die.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown (attributed to Yeats), early 20th century
The poet likens love to fleeting, beautiful birds and a lingering, unending sorrow that persists despite attempts to escape.
In simple terms: Love is like bright birds and a lasting sadness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love’s bittersweet nature.
Themes
love
loss
beauty
transience
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- grief processing
- creative writing
Key Concepts
symbolism
metaphor
emotional depth
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “blue star” symbolize for you?
- How can one find hope amid persistent sorrow?
A Different Perspective
The imagery may be too abstract for practical insight.
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