Creation Quote by José Ortega y Gasset
““The metaphor is perhaps the most fruitful power of man. Its efficacy verges on magic, and it seems a tool for creation which God forgot inside one of His creatures when He made him.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Dehumanization of Art, José Ortega y Gasset, 1936
Metaphor is a magical tool that allows humans to create, a power that seems almost divine.
In simple terms: Metaphor is a powerful creative tool.
Key Takeaway
Use metaphor to unlock imagination.
Themes
creativity
language
magic
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- writing
- teaching
- problem solving
Key Concepts
philosophy of art
cognitive metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does metaphor shape thought?
- When is metaphor most effective?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on metaphor may obscure clarity.
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