Magi Quote by William Butler Yeats
““The Magi" Now as at all times I can see in the mind's eye, In their stiff, painted clothes, the pale unsatisfied ones Appear and disappear in the blue depths of the sky With all their ancient faces like rain-beaten stones, And all their helms of silver hovering side by side, And all their eyes still fixed, hoping to find once more, Being by Calvary's turbulence unsatisfied, The uncontrollable mystery on the bestial floor.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Magi” from The Collected Poems of W. B. Yeats, 1939
The poet imagines ancient, unsatisfied travelers wandering the sky, seeking meaning amid turmoil and mystery.
In simple terms: Ancient travelers search for meaning in chaos.
Key Takeaway
Seek purpose despite uncertainty.
Themes
spirituality
search
existence
mythology
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- artistic inspiration
- personal reflection
- philosophical contemplation
Key Concepts
mythic archetype
existential longing
cosmic journey
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “unsatisfied” mean to you?
- How do you find meaning in chaotic moments?
A Different Perspective
The imagery may be too abstract for practical guidance.
