Metaphor Quote by Ursula K. Le Guin
““Farfetching. What one is after when farfetching might be described as the intuitive perception of a moral entirety; and thus it tends to find expression not in rational symbols, but in metaphor.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Language of Metaphor, 1992
Farfetching describes an instinctive grasp of moral wholeness, expressed through metaphor rather than logical symbols.
In simple terms: Moral intuition is felt, not reasoned.
Key Takeaway
Trust metaphorical insight for ethical understanding.
Themes
ethics
intuition
language
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
theoretical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- philosophy seminars
- personal decision making
- art criticism
Key Concepts
metaphor
moral perception
cognitive style
Questions to Reflect On
- How does metaphor shape your moral judgments?
- Can intuition replace rational analysis?
A Different Perspective
Metaphors can be ambiguous and misinterpreted.
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