Themes and Motifs? (1 Viewer)

[shona99]

Can someone please explain the difference between a theme and motif? I understand a theme it usually a statement and a motif is a technique. But how can I develop a motif into a theme?

 

[Kittyrules]

im not the best at this, but i think its that a motif is a recurring symbol, and a theme is a general concept that is discussed/argued about throughout the text.

for example:
a motif can be the constant and reccuring image of birds. They can symbolise freedom and nature.
a theme would be freedom, or nature.....

I hope that helps/is correct understanding! If im wrong someone please correct me.

 

[shona99]

im not the best at this, but i think its that a motif is a recurring symbol, and a theme is a general concept that is discussed/argued about throughout the text.

for example:
a motif can be the constant and reccuring image of birds. They can symbolise freedom and nature.
a theme would be freedom, or nature.....

I hope that helps/is correct understanding! If im wrong someone please correct me.

Thank you for your insight! Really helpful!

 

[Kittyrules]

Thank you for your insight! Really helpful!

no problem! if ive really helped you in some way, could you please press the little star icon in the bottom left corner of the post to give me some rep? that would be greatly appreciated