We ought not to extract pernicious honey from poison blossoms of misrepresentation and mendacious half-truth, to pamper the course appetite of bigotry and self-love.
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A sight to dream of, not to tell!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that some experiences or visions are so beautiful or profound that they are best left unspoken.
Samuel Taylor Coleridge's quote reflects the idea that certain dreams or visions are of such extraordinary beauty that they transcend language. To articulate them may diminish their essence, making them more valuable as cherished, personal memories that evoke imagination rather than mere descriptions.
Themes
DreamBeautyImaginationArtExpression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the power of creative inspiration.
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