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“Now we are entering a new age,' she had said to him, to which he had replied, 'A new age begins with every day God gives us.' In response she had stared at him open-mouthed and said that some people did not know what was good for them and that they had to be forced towards their own good fortune…” quote by Ernst Zillekens
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““Now we are entering a new age,' she had said to him, to which he had replied, 'A new age begins with every day God gives us.' In response she had stared at him open-mouthed and said that some people did not know what was good for them and that they had to be forced towards their own good fortune. Yes, he had said, and had paused again, there were real artists in this respect who could spit into their own faces and still regard it as refreshing.””

Ernst Zillekens

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

Describes a dialogue about daily renewal and artistic authenticity, suggesting that true artists confront reality head‑on and find refreshment in honesty.

In simple terms: Artists thrive on daily renewal and confronting truth.

Key Takeaway

Embrace honest self‑expression each day.

Themes

art authenticity daily renewal truth reflection

Mood

thoughtful inspirational philosophical

Type

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When to use this quote

  • artistic practice
  • personal journaling
  • mindful living

Key Concepts

creative process self‑discovery philosophical outlook

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does daily renewal influence your creative work?
  • What does “spitting into your own face” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

Constant self‑critique can be draining.

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