Let it be henceforth proclaimed to the world that man's conscience was created free; that he is no longer accountable to his fellow man for his religious opinions, being responsible therefore only to his God.
John TylerRead
Popularity, I have always thought, may aptly be compared to a coquette - the more you woo her, the more apt is she to elude your embrace.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Popularity can be fleeting and often becomes more elusive when pursued too heavily.
The quote by John Tyler conveys that the pursuit of popularity can be a tricky endeavor, likening it to a coquette—someone who is flirtatious and elusive. The more one chases after popularity, the more it tends to slip away, suggesting that an aggressive pursuit may cause the very thing one seeks to become unattainable. This highlights the idea that a more genuine, relaxed approach is often more successful in achieving lasting relationships and recognition.
Themes
PopularityPursuitElusiveCoquetteRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about fame, one might say, 'As John Tyler wisely noted, the pursuit of popularity can often lead to disappointment.'
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Our form of government can no longer be considered an experiment in politics. Crowned with success, it stands forth an example to the world and exhibits the proudest triumph of reason and philosophy.
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If we find ourselves increasing beyond example in numbers, in strength, in wealth, in knowledge, in everything which promotes human and social happiness, let us ever remember our dependence for all these on the protection and merciful dispensations of Divine Providence.
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