Tempt me no more, for I Have known the lightning's hour, The poet's inward pride, The certainty of power.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The poet feels confident in his inner power and experiences.
- In plain terms
- Do not tempt me; I know true power.
- What can you take from it?
- Experience brings inner confidence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you know your power?
Another view
It could be seen as arrogant.
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