Poet Quote by George MacDonald
““That's a poet.' 'I thought you said it was a bo-at.' 'Stupid pet! Don't you know what a poet it?' 'Why, a thing to sail on the water in.' 'Well, perhaps you're not so far wrong. Some poets do carry people over the sea…' ... 'A poet is a man who is glad of something, and tries to make other people glad of it too.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald, 1872
A poet creates joy and shares it, guiding others toward happiness through art.
In simple terms: Poets spread joy and inspire others.
Key Takeaway
Share joy through creative expression.
Themes
creativity
joy
inspiration
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- community events
- writing workshops
Key Concepts
artistic expression
empathy
shared experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you use poetry to uplift others?
- What makes a poet’s work meaningful to you?
A Different Perspective
Poetry may not resonate with everyone; some may find it abstract.
![“I wish I had [made that song]. No, I don't That would be to take it from somebody else. But it's mine for all that.' 'What makes it yours?' 'I love it so.' 'Does loving a thing make it yours?' 'I think so, Mother -- at least more than anything else can. . . . Love makes the only myness,' said…” quote by George MacDonald](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/722/george-macdonald-295_love_i-wish-i-had-made-that-song-no-i-don-t-t_35103.jpg)
