Asks Quote by Pablo Neruda
“Eating alone is a disappointment. But not eating matter more, is hollow and green, has thorns like a chain of fish hooks, trailing from the heart, clawing at your insides. Hunger feels like pincers, like the bite of crabs; it burns, burns, and has no fur. Let us sit down soon to eat with all those who haven't eaten; let us spread great tablecloths, put salt in lakes of the world, set up planetary bakeries, tables with strawberries in snow, and a plate like the moon itself from which we can all eat. For now I ask no more than the justice of eating.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Ode to the Table" (hypothetical collection), 1945
The quote laments loneliness and hunger, urging communal meals and universal nourishment as a justice and joy.
In simple terms: Loneliness and hunger are painful; sharing food brings justice and joy.
Key Takeaway
Seek shared meals and advocate for food equity.
Themes
community
justice
food
loneliness
hope
Mood
reflective
hopeful
inspirational
Type
poetic
philosophical
call to action
When to use this quote
- family dinners
- community kitchens
- food banks
- global food policy
- celebrations
Key Concepts
solidarity
abundance
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we turn this poetic vision into real policies?
- What small actions can we take today to share food?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic vision may overlook practical constraints of resource distribution.
