Unbounded courage and compassion join'd, Tempering each other in the victor's mind, Alternately proclaim him good and great, And make the hero and the man complete.
Joseph AddisonRead
From social intercourse are derived some of the highest enjoyments of life; where there is a free interchange of sentiments the mind acquires new ideas, and by frequent exercise of its powers, the understanding gains fresh vigor.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Social interactions enrich our lives and enhance our understanding through the exchange of ideas.
This quote emphasizes the importance of social interactions and communication in our lives. Joseph Addison suggests that engaging in discussions and sharing sentiments allows individuals to experience joy and gain new perspectives, ultimately leading to a more vigorous and enhanced understanding of the world around them.
Themes
SocialIntercourseEnjoymentSentimentsIdeasUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to emphasize the importance of teamwork in a company meeting.
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It is impossible for us, who live in the latter ages of the world, to make observations in criticism, morality, or in any art or science, which have not been touched upon by others. We have little else left us but to represent the common sense of mankind in more strong, more beautiful, or more uncommon lights.
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An ostentatious man will rather relate a blunder or an absurdity he has committed, than be debarred from talking of his own dear person.
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