In what distant deeps or skies Burnt the fire of thine eyes? On what wings dare he aspire? What the hand dare seize the fire?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Asking about the origins of the tiger's fire and spirit.
- In plain terms
- Where did its fire come from?
- What can you take from it?
- Creation is mysterious.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives creation?
- Is fire divine?
Another view
Origins may be mundane.
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