Baroque Quote by Luis de Góngora
““In love it does not matter what you say, but what you feel. In poetry it does not matter what you feel, but what you say.””
About This Quote
The quote contrasts love and poetry, highlighting that love values authentic feeling over expression, while poetry values the craft of expression over raw emotion.
In simple terms: Love prioritizes feeling; poetry prioritizes expression.
Different domains value different aspects of experience.
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When to use this quote
- writing love letters
- analyzing a poem
- teaching creative writing
- discussing emotional intelligence
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- literary criticism
- relationship counseling
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect how we communicate feelings?
- Can a poem be powerful without emotional depth?