“This is the creature there has never been. They never knew it, and yet, none the less, they loved the way it moved, its suppleness, its neck, its very gaze, mild and serene. Not there, because they loved it, it behaved as though it were. They always left some space. And in that clear unpeopled space they saved it lightly reared its head, with scarce a trace of not being there. They fed it, not with corn, but only with the possibility of being. And that was able to confer such strength, its brow put forth a horn. One horn. Whitely it stole up to a maid - to be within the silver mirror and in her.”
Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
Author
Rainer Maria Rilke
German poet known for his profound poetry and epistolary works. Rainer Maria Rilke's poetry style is unique, often exploring themes such as loneliness, love, and religious faith. more
You May Also Like
Source: Twisted Love
“My beautiful boy has turned into a monster.”
Source: He Loves Me Not
Source: Knot Too Shabby!
Source: One Hundred Years of Solitude
Source: I Hope This Doesn't Find You
“Some women are born with sadness etched into their bones. I am one of those women.”
Source: Bloody Fingers & Red Lipstick
“But somehow... Ruhn seemed to know his fate. He didn't appear inclined to fight it.”
Source: House of Flame and Shadow
Source: Firesong