The widow of an insight lost she lives, with aim Now known and hand at work now never wrong. Sweet fire the sire of muse, my soul needs this; I want the one rapture of an inspiration.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels alive only when inspired, describing inspiration as a sweet fire needed for the soul.
- In plain terms
- I feel alive only when I have new ideas.
- What can you take from it?
- Inspiration is essential for a creative life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When do you feel most creative?
- What sparks your ideas?
Another view
Inspiration is not always available on demand.
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