Quote by Jose Marti

A grain of poetry suffices to season a century.

A grain of poetry suffices to season a century.

Summary

This quote implies that even a small amount of poetry can have a significant and lasting impact on an entire century. It suggests that the beauty, depth, and power of poetry have the potential to inspire, move, and shape society for generations. Despite its brevity, poetry has the ability to encapsulate the essence of human emotions, experiences, and ideas, acting as a catalyst for change and understanding. Thus, a single grain of poetry has the potential to leave a lasting imprint on the cultural and intellectual landscape of society for an extensive period of time.

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Poetry

By Jose Marti

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