I prefer a saint with faults to a sinner with none.
Charles PeguyRead
A word is not the same with one writer as with another. One tears it from his guts. The other pulls it out of his overcoat pocket.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Different writers express words with varying depths of emotion and intention.
This quote by Charles Peguy highlights the subjective nature of writing and the emotional investment different writers have in their words. It suggests that the same word can carry vastly different meanings depending on the writerβs personal experiences and the depth of feeling they associate with it, emphasizing the art of writing as a reflection of the writer's inner world.
Themes
WritingExpressionEmotionArtSubjectivity
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop on creative writing, this quote could inspire participants to explore their emotions more deeply.
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