Und Hart Quote by Jehuda Amichai
““An dem Ort, an dem wir recht haben, werden niemals Blumen wachsen im Frühjahr. Der Ort, an dem wir recht haben, ist zertrampelt und hart wie ein Hof.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown collection, likely 20th‑century Hebrew poetry
A place that is always right is trampled and never yields blossoms; perfection can be barren and oppressive.
In simple terms: Rightness can become a barren, oppressive place.
Key Takeaway
Avoid equating being right with happiness.
Themes
perseverance
place
growth
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban life
- personal relationships
- political discourse
Key Concepts
existentialism
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to be “right” in a community?
- How can we nurture growth despite rigid correctness?
A Different Perspective
Being right does not guarantee fulfillment.