Men are but children of a larger growth, Our appetites as apt to change as theirs, And full as craving too, and full as vain.
John DrydenRead
He with a graceful pride, While his rider every hand survey'd, Sprung loose, and flew into an escapade; Not moving forward, yet with every bound Pressing, and seeming still to quit his ground.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote captures the essence of grace and freedom in movement despite the absence of progress.
In this quote, John Dryden poetically illustrates a horse's display of pride and grace while in motion, suggesting that true beauty can exist even when one is not advancing in a traditional sense. The imagery evokes a sense of vibrant energy and the elegance of existence that transcends mere forward motion, highlighting the importance of the journey and the manner in which one carries themselves.
Themes
GraceFreedomMovementEnergyBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of embracing one's journey in life rather than just focusing on the end goals.
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