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“I don't see how an epigram, being a bolt from the blue, with no introduction or cue, ever gets itself writ.” quote by William James
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“I don't see how an epigram, being a bolt from the blue, with no introduction or cue, ever gets itself writ.”

William James

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Principles of Psychology”, 1890

An epigram is a fleeting, unexpected insight that appears without prelude, yet it struggles to be fully expressed.

In simple terms: Epigrams are sudden, hard to capture

Key Takeaway

Seek ways to articulate brief insights.

Themes

philosophy language creativity

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • teaching
  • public speaking
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

epistemology literary form

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you preserve fleeting thoughts?
  • Can spontaneity be structured?
A Different Perspective

Brief ideas may be misunderstood.

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