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“...to create was a fundament, to appreciate, a supplement. Once created, the creature was separate from the creator, and needed no seconding to fully exist.” quote by Jeanette Winterson
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““...to create was a fundament, to appreciate, a supplement. Once created, the creature was separate from the creator, and needed no seconding to fully exist.””

Jeanette Winterson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Passion, 1987

Creation separates the creator from the creation, granting the latter autonomy and existence without further validation.

In simple terms: Created things become independent.

Key Takeaway

Respect the autonomy of what you create.

Themes

creation autonomy existence validation art

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • artistic projects
  • software development
  • parenting
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

philosophy literature ontology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities arise after creation?
  • How do you maintain connection?
A Different Perspective

Creators may feel detached from their work’s impact.

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