Science without conscience is the soul's perdition.
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The appetite grows with eating.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Desire and ambition tend to increase as one continues to pursue them.
The quote by Francois Rabelais suggests that as we consume or achieve more, our desire for even more increases. This reflects a fundamental truth about human nature: our cravings, whether they be for knowledge, success, or pleasure, often expand in proportion to what we already obtain, pushing us to seek greater heights.
Themes
AppetiteDesireGrowthAmbitionPursuit
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to encourage audience members to embrace their growing ambitions.
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