Contemplation Quote by Charles Wright
““Language is the element of definition, the defining and descriptive incantation. It puts the coin between our teeth. It whistles the boat up. It shows us the city of light across the water. Without language there is no poetry, without poetry there’s just talk. Talk is cheap and proves nothing. Poetry is dear and difficult to come by. But it poles us across the river and puts a music in our ears. It moves us to contemplation. And what we contemplate, what we sing our hymns to and offer our prayers to, is what will reincarnate us in the natural world, and what will be our one hope for salvation in the What’sToCome.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Black Zodiac by Charles Wright, 1970
Language shapes reality, enabling poetry that elevates thought beyond mere talk, guiding us toward deeper contemplation and hope for transcendence.
In simple terms: Language creates poetry, which lifts us beyond ordinary speech.
Key Takeaway
Use language to seek deeper meaning.
Themes
language
poetry
contemplation
transcendence
Mood
reflective
inspired
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- writing
- reading poetry
- public speaking
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
semiotics
aesthetics
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language influence your perception of reality?
- What role does poetry play in your life?
A Different Perspective
Poetry can be inaccessible to many, limiting its impact.
