"The deepest words of the wise man teach us the same as the whistle of the wind when it blows or the sound of the water when it is flowing."
About Antonio Machado
Antonio Machado — Life and Legacy
Antonio Machado, a pivotal figure in Spanish literature, is celebrated for his poignant poetry that delves into themes of love and the human condition. His work, particularly 'Soledades, Galerías y Otros Poemas', showcases his ability to weave personal experiences with universal truths, making his reflections resonate deeply with readers. Machado's famous line, 'Caminante, no hay camino, se hace camino al andar', encapsulates his belief in the journey of life as one shaped by our choices and actions, emphasizing the importance of personal agency. His exploration of love is equally profound, often portraying it as a complex interplay of joy and sorrow. In his verses, love becomes a lens through which he examines existence, revealing the emotional depth and contradictions inherent in human relationships. Machado's ability to articulate these themes with clarity and sensitivity sets him apart in the literary landscape. Today, his quotes continue to inspire and provoke thought, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences and the transient nature of life. Machado's work remains a testament to the enduring power of poetry to capture the essence of human emotion and the complexities of existence.
Quote collection
Antonio Machado quotes (page 1 of 3)
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"Wanderer, your footsteps are the road, and nothing more; wanderer, there is no road, the road is made by walking. By walking one makes the road, and upon glancing behind one sees the path. . ."
"Travelers, there is no path, paths are made by walking."
"My soul is not asleep. It is awake, wide awake. It neither sleeps nor dreams, but watches, its eyes wide open far-off things, and listens at the shores of the great silence."
"Beyond living and dreaming there is something more important: waking up."
"I love Jesus, who said to us: Heaven and earth will pass away. When heaven and earth have passed away, my word will remain. What was your word, Jesus? Love? Forgiveness? Affection? All your words were one word: Wakeup."
"Traveler, there is no path, the path must be forged as you walk."
"I thought my fire was out, and stirred the ashes…. I burnt my fingers."
"XXIX Traveler, there is no path. The path is made by walking. Traveller, the path is your tracks And nothing more. Traveller, there is no path The path is made by walking. By walking you make a path And turning, you look back At a way you will never tread again Traveller, there is no road Only wakes in the sea."
"Under all that we think, lives all we believe, like the ultimate veil of our spirits"
"I dreamt -- marvellous error! -- that I had a beehive here inside my heart. And the golden bees were making white combs and sweet honey from my old failures."
"What the poet is searching for is not the fundamental I but the deep you."
"Avoid pulpits, platforms, stages and pedestals. Keep to the hard ground. It is the only way you can judge your approximate status as a man."
"Only a fool thinks price and value are the same."
"All uncertainty is fruitfull ... so long as it is accompanied by the wish to understand"
"Between living and dreaming there is a third thing. Guess it."
"Death is something we shouldn't fear because, while we are, death isn't, and when death is, we aren't."
"Beware of the community in which blasphemy does not exist: underneath, atheism runs rampant."
"Caminante, no hay camino, se hace camino al andar. (Walk, there is no path, the path is made by walking.)"
"The truly erotic sensibility, in evoking the image of woman, never omits to clothe it. The robing and disrobing: that is the true traffic of love."