To turn water into wine, and what is common into what is holy, is indeed the glory of Christianity.
Frederick William RobertsonRead
The office of poetry is not to make us think accurately, but feel truly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Poetry aims to evoke genuine emotions rather than just clear thoughts.
Frederick William Robertson's quote emphasizes the true essence of poetry, which lies not in the intellectual analysis of words but in the profound emotional experiences they can generate. The role of poetry is to connect with our feelings and stir our emotions, allowing us to feel and empathize deeply rather than solely focusing on logical reasoning.
Themes
PoetryEmotionFeelingsArtExpression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of poetry in art education.
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