Skip to content

Another thing I like to say to my students is this: "How…

“Another thing I like to say to my students is this: "How many Corinthians read Paul's letters?" The answer is none. They couldn't have cared less! There aren't even any Corinthians left, but Paul's letters persist. Paul was not a professional writer. He was called to something, and he sent his…” quote by Jamaica Kincaid
Download Open image
“Another thing I like to say to my students is this: "How many Corinthians read Paul's letters?" The answer is none. They couldn't have cared less! There aren't even any Corinthians left, but Paul's letters persist. Paul was not a professional writer. He was called to something, and he sent his letters. That's a good way to look at it. That you might be making something that nobody cares about, but you have to do it. It's not that people should care, but that you should care.”

Jamaica Kincaid

About This Quote

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

Even if few read, the act of creating matters; commitment to craft persists despite audience size.

In simple terms: Writing is valuable regardless of readership; persist in creation.

Key Takeaway

Write because it matters to you, not for applause.

Themes

creativity purpose perseverance

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

educational personal

When to use this quote

  • classroom teaching
  • personal journaling
  • publishing
  • content creation

Key Concepts

Authorship meaning legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do you write?
  • How do you balance personal expression with audience needs?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting audience feedback can limit relevance and impact.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Jamaica Kincaid

Explore all 228 Jamaica Kincaid quotes

More Answers quotes

Browse all 7,843 Answers quotes