But Master, Sky-heart, Knight of our fairer dream, You do still tread this day; Nor bows nor spears shall stay your steps. You walk through all our arrows.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This poetic address praises a visionary leader whose progress cannot be stopped by traditional opposition or violence.
- In plain terms
- A dreamer walks through obstacles that stop others.
- What can you take from it?
- Visionary progress cannot be stopped by old barriers.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What arrows stop you?
- Who is the sky-heart?
Another view
It romanticizes conflict by suggesting arrows are ineffective against ideals without addressing real costs.
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