And I think that it is certainly possible that the…
“And I think that it is certainly possible that the objective universe can be affected by the poet. I mean, you recall Orpheus made the trees and the stones dance and so forth, and this is something which is in almost all primitive cultures. I think it has some definite basis to it. I'm not sure what. It's like telekinesis, which I know very well on a pinball machine is perfectly possible.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Poetry can influence reality, as ancient myths suggest creative power over the material world.
In simple terms: Poetry may affect the world.
Key Takeaway
Consider how art can shape perception.
Themes
creativity
myth
influence
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- public art installations
- educational curricula
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
Poetics
mythology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your art change how others see things?
- Can symbolic expression alter physical outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Effect may be symbolic rather than literal.