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“Thought is a garment and the soul's a bride That cannot in that trash and tinsel hide: Hatred of God may bring the soul to God.” quote by William Butler Yeats
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“Thought is a garment and the soul's a bride That cannot in that trash and tinsel hide: Hatred of God may bring the soul to God.”

William Butler Yeats

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Second Coming” (excerpt) by William Butler Yeats, 1919

The mind cloaks the soul, but hatred of God can paradoxically draw the soul toward divine truth.

In simple terms: Hatred can lead to spiritual awakening.

Key Takeaway

Examine inner contradictions.

Themes

spirituality contradiction redemption

Mood

poetic introspective

Type

literary spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • artistic creation
  • faith exploration

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner conflict pushes you toward growth?
  • Can hatred ever be constructive?
A Different Perspective

Hatred may also cause destruction, not just insight.

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