The fine purple The purest gold The red of the Sacred Heart The grey of a ghost The 'L' of the lips are open To the 'O' of the Host The 'V' of the velvet The 'E' of my eye The eye in wonder The eye that sees The 'I' that loves you.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker spells out 'LOVE' through vivid colors and symbols while expressing wonder and devotion.
- In plain terms
- The letters of love are made of colors and wonder.
- What can you take from it?
- Love is made of many beautiful parts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you spell love in your life?
- What colors match your feelings?
Another view
Highly poetic language may obscure direct meaning.
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