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Quotes by T. S. Eliot

Born: 26th September 1888, Died: 4th January 1965
T. S. Eliot was an influential American poet, essayist, playwright, and publisher.
Welcome to our collection of quotes by T. S. Eliot, one of the most renowned poets of the 20th century. Dive into the profound insights, wit, and wisdom of this influential literary figure as we present a compilation of his notable quotations. From his contemplation on life, love, and human existence to reflections on the modern world and the nature of art, these quotes offer a glimpse into the mind of a visionary poet. Whether you are a literature enthusiast, a student of poetry, or simply seeking inspiration, this page is sure to captivate you with the timeless words of T. S. Eliot. Discover the power of language and explore the depth of thought through the eyes of this literary icon.

Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go. Read Summary

Where is the Life we have lost in living? Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information? Read Summary

Home is where one starts from. Read Summary

I had seen birth and death but had thought they were different. Read Summary

I said to my soul, be still, and wait without hope, For hope would be hope for the wrong thing. Read Summary

The last temptation is the greatest treason: to do the right deed for the wrong reason. Read Summary

I will show you fear in a handful of dust. Read Summary

O Lord, deliver me from the man of excellent intention and impure heart: for the heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked. Read Summary

Immature poets imitate; mature poets steal. Read Summary

There is no method but to be very intelligent. Read Summary

This love is silent. Read Summary

It is only in the world of objects that we have time and space and selves. Read Summary

In my beginning is my end. Read Summary

Half of the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important. They don't mean to do harm. But the harm does not interest them. Read Summary

We know too much, and are convinced of too little. Our literature is a substitute for religion, and so is our religion. Read Summary

My greatest trouble is getting the curtain up and down. Read Summary

Any poet, if he is to survive beyond his 25th year, must alter; he must seek new literary influences; he will have different emotions to express. Read Summary

Business today consists in persuading crowds. Read Summary

We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time. Read Summary

Where is all the knowledge we lost with information? Read Summary