If two lives join, there is oft a scar. They are one and one, with a shadowy third; One near one is too far.
Robert BrowningRead
Tis not what man Does which exalts him, but what man Would do!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that a person's potential and intentions are more significant than their current actions.
Robert Browning's quote suggests that the true value of a person lies not in their completed actions but in their aspirations and the moral choices they strive to make. It implies that one's character is defined by ambition and the ideals a person holds, rather than merely their present achievements.
Themes
PotentialAspirationIntentionsCharacterMorality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to inspire individuals to pursue their dreams.
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