All music is is what awakes from you when you are reminded by the instruments.
Walt WhitmanRead
My words itch at your ears till you understand them
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of understanding the deeper meanings behind words.
Walt Whitman suggests that his words are not just for superficial listening; they are meant to provoke thought and deeper understanding. The imagery of words 'itching' at one's ears conveys a sense of urgency and insistence on the need for comprehension, as if the listener's awareness and insight are essential for truly grasping what is being communicated.
Themes
WordsUnderstandCommunicationWisdomInsight
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be cited during a lecture about the power of language in literature.
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