Children Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
“The secret of poetry is never explained - is always new. We have not got farther than mere wonder at the delicacy of the touch, & the eternity it inherits. In every house a child that in mere play utters oracles, & knows not that they are such. 'Tis as easy as breath. 'Tis like this gravity, which holds the Universe together, & none knows what it is.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Nature, Henry David Thoreau, 1836
Poetry thrives on continual discovery; its wonder lies in the fresh, intuitive insight that transcends explanation.
In simple terms: Poetry is always new and mysterious.
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity and let wonder guide creation.
Themes
creativity
wonder
intuition
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- Writing poetry
- teaching literature
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Poetic inspiration
theory of art
Questions to Reflect On
- How does wonder influence your creative process?
- Can mystery coexist with analytical understanding?
A Different Perspective
The quote may romanticize mystery, overlooking the value of technical skill and critique.
