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Love Quote by Yehuda Amichai

“I know a man who photographed the view he saw from the window of the room where he made love and not the face of the woman he loved there.” quote by Yehuda Amichai
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““I know a man who photographed the view he saw from the window of the room where he made love and not the face of the woman he loved there.””

Yehuda Amichai

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Photograph” by Yehuda Amichai, 1975

The speaker values the memory of a scene over the person within it.

In simple terms: He prefers remembering the view, not the lover’s face.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on what you truly cherish in memories.

Themes

memory love perception

Mood

nostalgic thoughtful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • photography
  • relationship reflection
  • memory keeping

Key Concepts

subjectivity artistic focus

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you prioritize in recalling past moments?
  • How does this choice affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on scenery can overlook emotional intimacy.

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