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“And the illiterate body says hush, in love, says hush; says, whatever word can serve, it is not here.” quote by Josephine Jacobsen
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““And the illiterate body says hush, in love, says hush; says, whatever word can serve, it is not here.””

Josephine Jacobsen

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown collection, 20th century poetry

The quote suggests that the physical self is silent, while love speaks softly, and that language often fails to capture true feeling.

In simple terms: Body is quiet, love whispers, words fall short.

Key Takeaway

Listen to inner silence and let love guide.

Themes

love silence communication expression

Mood

contemplative poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • creative writing
  • meditation
  • relationship counseling

Key Concepts

existentialism romanticism linguistics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express love beyond words?
  • What does silence reveal about inner states?
A Different Perspective

Words may never fully convey deep emotions.

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