Where the world ceases to be the scene of our personal hopes and wishes, where we face it as free beings admiring, asking and observing, there we enter the realm of Art and Science.
Albert EinsteinRead
I write for one and only one purpose, to overcome the invincible ignorance of the traduced heart. I wish to speak to and for those who have had enough of the Social Lie, the Economics of Mass Murder, the Sexual Hoax, and the Domestication of Conspicuous Consumption.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes writing as a means to confront societal ignorance and injustice.
Kenneth Rexroth's quote reflects on the power of writing as a tool for addressing and challenging the deep-rooted misconceptions and moral failures in society. It highlights the author's intention to give voice to individuals who are weary of societal falsehoods, including issues related to economic exploitation, sexuality, and consumerism, suggesting that literature can provoke thought and inspire change.
Themes
WritingIgnoranceSocietyTruthSocial JusticeCritique
In practice
Example use cases
During a public speaking event about social justice, one might quote this to emphasize the role of literature in confronting ignorance.
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