Duty Quote by Jorge Luis Borges
“I suppose every poet has his own private mythology. Maybe he's unaware of it. People tell me that I have evolved a private mythology of tigers, of blades, of labyrinths, and I"m unaware of the fact this is so. My readers are finding it all the time. But I think perhaps that is the duty of poet.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Poet’s Private Mythology, 1940
Poets unconsciously craft personal mythic frameworks that shape their work and audience perception.
In simple terms: Poets have hidden personal myths.
Key Takeaway
Explore and articulate your own symbolic narratives.
Themes
mythology
creativity
self‑awareness
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing process
- visual arts
- personal branding
Key Concepts
archetype formation
subconscious storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal symbols guide your creativity?
- How can you expand beyond your existing myth?
A Different Perspective
Myths may limit openness to new ideas.
