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“I believe in the writer's mission. He receives it from the word, which carries its suffering and its hope within it. He questions the words, which question him. He accompanies the words, which accompany him. The initiative is shared, as if spontaneous.” quote by Edmond Jabes
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“I believe in the writer's mission. He receives it from the word, which carries its suffering and its hope within it. He questions the words, which question him. He accompanies the words, which accompany him. The initiative is shared, as if spontaneous.”

Edmond Jabes

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Writer receives words carrying suffering and hope, questioning and accompanying them jointly.

In simple terms: Words hold pain and hope; writer engages.

Key Takeaway

Engage deeply with language.

Themes

writing mission dialogue

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • author workshops
  • creative retreats
  • literary criticism

Key Concepts

literary theory creative process existential inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do words shape you?
  • What responsibilities do writers have?
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