Custody Quote by William Butler Yeats
“Words are always getting conventionalized to some secondary meaning. It is one of the works of poetry to take the truants in custody and bring them back to their right senses.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Tower”, 1928
Poetry restores meaning by reclaiming neglected truths and guiding them back to common sense.
In simple terms: Poetry recovers lost meaning.
Key Takeaway
Use poetry to clarify complex ideas.
Themes
poetry
language
meaning
truth
recovery
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Writing workshops
- literary analysis
- public speaking
- educational curricula
- creative therapy
Key Concepts
Literary theory
semantic restoration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can poetry be made accessible to broader audiences?
- What everyday situations benefit from poetic insight?
A Different Perspective
Poetry may be seen as esoteric, limiting its practical impact.
