Alexander Pope Quote - To wake the soul by tender strokes of art, To raise the genius, and to mend the heart.

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To wake the soul by tender strokes of art, To raise the genius, and to mend the heart.

"To wake the soul by tender strokes of art, To raise the genius, and to mend the heart."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Art
Tags: Art Character Creativity Hopeful Inspired

Meaning of this quote

Art is valued for awakening feeling and improving understanding and character.

Key takeaway: Seek art that broadens both empathy and imagination.

Origin of the quote

The Complete Poetical Works of Alexander Pope — PDF page 162.

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Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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