Quote by Basil Bunting
The mystic purchases a moment of exhilaration with a lifetime of confusion and the confusion is infectious and destructive. It is confusing and destructive to try and explain anything in terms of anything else, poetry in terms of psychology.
Summary
This quote suggests that engaging with mysticism may provide temporary moments of excitement or inspiration, but it often leads to long-lasting confusion. The confusion stems from attempting to explain or understand mysticism in terms of other disciplines, such as psychology. The quote implies that this approach is both confusing and destructive, as mysticism cannot be adequately grasped or explained through rational or analytical means. It implies that mysticism should be appreciated for its inherent richness and depth, rather than being reduced or limited by trying to interpret it through different frameworks.
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Poetry
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