Men are but children of a larger growth, Our appetites as apt to change as theirs, And full as craving too, and full as vain.
John DrydenRead
Thou tyrant, tyrant Jealousy, Thou tyrant of the mind!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Jealousy is a powerful and destructive emotion that affects one's thoughts and actions.
In this quote, John Dryden personifies jealousy as a tyrant that overrules the mind, suggesting that jealousy can dominate one's thoughts and lead to irrational behavior. It highlights the negative impact of jealousy on relationships and the inner turmoil it creates for individuals who experience this intense emotion.
Themes
JealousyMindTyrantEmotionLoveDestruction
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about controlling negative emotions, this quote can illustrate the detrimental effects of jealousy.
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