Some asked me where the rubies grew, And nothing I did say; But with my finger pointed to The lips of Julia.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The poet points to his beloved's lips as the source of rubies.
- In plain terms
- When asked where rubies grow, he points to Julia's lips.
- What can you take from it?
- Love sees value in the beloved.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you see beauty?
- What metaphors do you use?
Another view
Such comparisons can feel exaggerated.
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