Affection Quote by David Hume
“The great charm of poetry consists in lively pictures of the sublime passions, magnanimity, courage, disdain of fortune; or thoseof the tender affections, love and friendship; which warm the heart, and diffuse over it similar sentiments and emotions.”
About This Quote
Source Book: An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding, 1748
Poetry works by vivid images that evoke noble feelings like courage, generosity, love, and friendship, spreading those emotions to the reader.
In simple terms: Poetry uses vivid images to share noble emotions.
Key Takeaway
Seek or create poetry that stirs noble feelings.
Themes
art
emotion
literature
humanity
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading poetry
- writing poetry
- teaching literature
- public speaking
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
aesthetic
moral philosophy
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you feel when reading poetry?
- How can poetry bridge personal and universal experiences?
A Different Perspective
Poetry may not reach all audiences equally; cultural context can limit resonance.
