If a poet interprets a poem of his own he limits its suggestibility.
William Butler YeatsRead
For to articulate sweet sounds together Is to work harder than all these, and yet Be thought an idler by the noisy set Of bankers, schoolmasters, and clergymen The martyrs call the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Creating art is a laborious process that is often unrecognized by those who prioritize conventional success.
In this quote, William Butler Yeats reflects on the nature of artistic creation, emphasizing that the effort put into creating beauty through art is substantial and often undervalued by society. While the artists toil to produce their work, they may be dismissed as idle by those who are engaged in more conventional, noisy professions, such as banking or teaching, which society tends to glorify.
Themes
ArtCreationEffortSocietyBeautyValue
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of creativity, one might use this quote to highlight the dedication of artists.
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