Answering Quote by Archibald MacLeish
““We knock upon silence for an answering music.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Silence” by Archibald MacLeish, 1935
Calling on silence invites a response in the form of music, suggesting patience and listening
In simple terms: Silence invites music
Listen for hidden answers
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- creative writing
- art appreciation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does silence mean to you?
- How can waiting create harmony?
Silence may be misinterpreted as emptiness