Salomon saith, There is no new thing upon the earth. So that as Plato had an imagination, that all knowledge was but remembrance; so Salomon giveth his sentence, that all novelty is but oblivion.
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Children sweeten labours, but they make misfortunes more bitter.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children bring joy to life but can also amplify challenges.
This quote by Francis Bacon suggests that while children can bring sweetness and joy to our efforts and experiences, they also have the potential to make hardships and challenges more difficult to bear. The presence of children adds a layer of emotional complexity to our lives, enhancing both our joys and sorrows.
Themes
ChildrenLabourMisfortunesJoyChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared at a parenting seminar to discuss the complexities of raising children.
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