Poetry Quote by Jane Hirshfield — Inspiring Words on Life, Love & Wisdom

“One way poetry connects is across time. . . . Some echo of a writer's physical experience comes into us when we read her poem.”

“Poetry's work is the clarification and magnification of being.”

“One breath taken completely; one poem, fully written, fully read - in such a moment, anything can happen.”

“as some strings, untouched,”

“If I can see pain in your eyes then share with me your tears. If I can see joy in your eyes then share with me your smile.”

“Thou shalt believe in Milton, Dryden, Pope;”

“Poetry is the rhythmical creation of beauty in words.”

“How to be a Poet”

“The only emperor is the emperor of ice cream.”

“Esta manía de saberme ángel,”