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“GIFT You tell me that silence is nearer to peace than poems but if for my gift I brought you silence (for I know silence) you would say This is not silence this is another poem and you would hand it back to me” quote by Leonard Cohen
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“GIFT You tell me that silence is nearer to peace than poems but if for my gift I brought you silence (for I know silence) you would say This is not silence this is another poem and you would hand it back to me”

Leonard Cohen

About This Quote

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

Silence can be poetic; offering silence may be interpreted as art, challenging expectations.

In simple terms: Silence is poetic.

Key Takeaway

Embrace quiet as art.

Themes

silence poetry interpretation

Mood

mysterious thoughtful

Type

artistic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • songwriting
  • performance art
  • creative expression

Key Concepts

music literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you convey meaning without words?
  • What role does silence play in your work?
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