Life is a journey that must be traveled no matter how bad the roads and accommodations.
Oliver GoldsmithRead
I was ever of the opinion, that the honest man who married and brought up a large family, did more service than he who continued single, and only talked of population.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Goldsmith emphasizes the value of honest individuals who take responsibility for nurturing a family over those who merely discuss broader societal issues.
In this quote, Oliver Goldsmith argues that the contributions of an honest man who chooses to marry and raise a family are of greater significance to society than those who remain single and only engage in theoretical discussions about population growth. He suggests that practical actions, such as nurturing a family, have a more profound impact on society than mere rhetoric. This sentiment underlines the importance of personal responsibility and the influential role of family in shaping a community.
Themes
HonestyFamilyResponsibilityPopulationService
In practice
Example use cases
During a family gathering, one might quote this to highlight the importance of raising children in a loving environment.
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