Quote by T. S. Eliot

Poetry should help, not only to refine the language of the time, but to prevent it from changing too rapidly.

Poetry should help, not only to refine the language of the t

Summary

This quote suggests that poetry has a dual purpose: to improve the current language and to serve as a stabilizing force, slowing down the pace of linguistic evolution. By refining the language of its time, poetry aims to elevate its beauty and effectiveness. Additionally, it aims to ensure that language does not undergo rapid and abrupt changes, potentially risking the loss of rich literary traditions and shared cultural values. Poetry thus acts as a bridge between preserving the past and fostering progress in language.

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