Poetry remembers that it was an oral art before it was a written art.
“تتذكر الشِعرية أنها كانت فنًا شفويًا قبل أن تكون فنًا مكتوبًا.”
This reflection by Jorge Luis Borges centers on the nature of Art and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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