Quote by Rubén Darío: “I am a poet. My sacred mission is to dream, to sing, to elevate souls.”

Darío declares his identity and purpose, stating that a poet's role is not just to write, but to inspire. It’s about creating beautiful visions, expressing profound emotions through song, and uplifting the spirits of people through their art, a truly sacred task.

Early 20th century, Darío solidified his role as a foundational figure in Spanish-language poetry. This declaration underscores his belief in the poet's unique, almost spiritual, role in society to inspire and transcend mundane reality.

Nicaraguan poet, considered the father of Spanish-language literary modernism, whose influence on poetry in Spanish rivals that of Walt Whitman in English. His collections Azul and Prosas profanas introduced a revolutionary musicality and symbolism to the Spanish language.