Do good by stealth, and blush to find it fame.
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One thought of thee puts all the pomp to flight;_x000D_ _x000D_ Priests, tapers, temples, swim before my sight.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The thought of you surpasses all material grandeur and ritual.
In this quote, Alexander Pope expresses the idea that thoughts of a beloved person can overshadow all external displays of wealth, power, or religious significance. The imagery of 'priests, tapers, temples' suggests that even the most revered symbols of status and spirituality are rendered insignificant when one is captivated by the love for another.
Themes
LoveThoughtPompSightImportance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to emphasize the significance of love over material possessions.
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