Our business in life is not to succeed, but to continue to fail in good spirits.
Robert Louis StevensonRead
Seaward ho! Hang the treasure! It's the glory of the sea that has turned my head.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the allure and beauty of adventure over material gains.
In this quote, Robert Louis Stevenson expresses a profound appreciation for the thrill and glory that comes from navigating the sea, suggesting that the experience and adventure of sailing hold more value than the material rewards often associated with treasure hunting. It underscores the idea that the journey itself can be more fulfilling than the destination or rewards one might seek.
Themes
SeaAdventureGloryTreasureJourney
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about pursuing passions, one might say, 'As Robert Louis Stevenson said, seaward ho! Hang the treasure! It's the glory of the sea that has turned my head.'
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