Of all that is written, I love only what a person hath…
““Of all that is written, I love only what a person hath written with his blood. Write with blood, and thou wilt find that blood is spirit. It is no easy task to understand unfamiliar blood; I hate the reading idlers. He who knoweth the reader, doeth nothing more for the reader. Another century of readers--and spirit itself will stink. Every one being allowed to learn to read, ruineth in the long run not only writing but also thinking. Once spirit was God, then it became man, and now it even becometh populace. He that writeth in blood and proverbs doth not want to be read, but learnt by heart. In the mountains the shortest way is from peak to peak, but for that route thou must have long legs. Proverbs should be peaks, and those spoken to should be big and tall. The atmosphere rare and pure, danger near and the spirit full of a joyful wickedness: thus are things well matched. I want to have goblins about me, for I am courageous. The courage which scareth away ghosts, createth for itself goblins--it wanteth to laugh.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True writing emerges from personal sacrifice and deep conviction, not mere academic effort.
In simple terms: Write from the heart, not just the mind.
Key Takeaway
Embrace passionate, authentic expression.
Themes
authorship
spirituality
individualism
creativity
Mood
provocative
intense
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- literary criticism
- creative writing workshops
- personal journaling
- self‑development programs
Key Concepts
blood metaphor
intellectual rigor
philosophical depth
personal sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “writing with blood” mean to you?
- How can passion be balanced with clarity?
A Different Perspective
Risk of glorifying suffering over thoughtful craftsmanship.