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Faith Quote by William Butler Yeats

“The true faith discovered was When painted panel, statuary, Glass-mosaic, window-glass, Amended what was told awry By some peasant gospeler.” quote by William Butler Yeats
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“The true faith discovered was When painted panel, statuary, Glass-mosaic, window-glass, Amended what was told awry By some peasant gospeler.”

William Butler Yeats

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Song of the Wandering Aengus” (interpretation)

The speaker discovers faith through art, but it is distorted by a peasant’s false gospel.

In simple terms: Art reveals truth, yet can be twisted.

Key Takeaway

Seek authentic truth beyond appearances.

Themes

faith art deception

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious study
  • art criticism
  • personal belief

Key Concepts

interpretation spiritual searching

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we discern genuine insight?
  • What role does the artist play in truth?
A Different Perspective

Artistic truth may be clouded by misleading narratives.

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