Quote by Percy Bysshe Shelley

Poetry is a sword of lightning, ever unsheathed, which consumes the scabbard that would contain it.

Poetry is a sword of lightning, ever unsheathed, which consu

Summary

This quote suggests that poetry is a powerful and dynamic force that cannot be contained or limited by conventional means. It compares poetry to a sword of lightning, implying its ability to strike with intensity and carry significant impact. The idea of consuming the scabbard, the protective sheath for the sword, further emphasizes that poetry breaks free from the constraints of conventional forms, rules, and expectations. It highlights the transformative and all-consuming nature of poetry, portraying it as a force that defies limitations and breaks free from traditional boundaries.

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By Percy Bysshe Shelley

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