To live well, to enjoy all things that make life pleasant, is the right of every man who constantly uses his strength judiciously and lawfully.
William CobbettRead
There never yet was, and never will be, a nation permanently great, consisting, for the greater part, of wretched and miserable families.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A nation's greatness is dependent on the well-being of its families.
This quote by William Cobbett emphasizes the idea that the strength and permanence of a nation cannot thrive when the majority of its families are suffering and unhappy. Great nations are built on the foundation of prosperous and stable families, as they contribute to the overall health and success of society.
Themes
NationGreatnessFamiliesWell-BeingSociety
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community development, one might say, 'As Cobbett noted, a nation's greatness hinges on the strength of its families.'
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