The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing hidden underground, secretly making the ground green.
Thomas CarlyleRead
I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom.
Interpretation
The quote expresses a desire to lead a life full of activity and purpose rather than to live passively and unfulfilled.
Thomas Carlyle's quote highlights the importance of living a vigorous and engaged life. He emphasizes that he would prefer the exhaustion that comes from pursuing ambition and passion over the dullness and lack of excitement that can accompany boredom. This reflects a deeper philosophical view on the meaning of life, where activity and engagement are valued over mere existence.
In practice
In a motivational speech about pursuing one's passions, one might say, 'As Thomas Carlyle puts it, I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom.'
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