Notice Quote by W. H. Auden
“What we have not named as a symbol escapes our notice.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Unknown Symbol" by W. H. Auden, 1939
Unnamed symbols go unnoticed, highlighting the power of naming in perception
In simple terms: Naming gives notice to symbols
Key Takeaway
Name and recognize to understand
Themes
language
perception
semiotics
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- branding
- art critique
Key Concepts
symbolic theory
cognitive linguistics
Questions to Reflect On
- What symbols do you overlook?
- How does naming change your view?
A Different Perspective
Naming can also bias interpretation
