We ought not to extract pernicious honey from poison blossoms of misrepresentation and mendacious half-truth, to pamper the course appetite of bigotry and self-love.
Samuel Taylor ColeridgeRead
Work without hope draws nectar in a sieve,_x000D_ _x000D_ And hope without an object cannot live.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the importance of having hope and a clear goal in life; without them, effort becomes meaningless.
Samuel Taylor Coleridge highlights the interconnectedness of hope and purpose in our endeavors. If we work without hope, our efforts are futile, much like trying to collect nectar with a sieveβit simply can't hold what we're trying to achieve. Conversely, hope without a specific goal lacks substance and ultimately leads to despondency. Thus, both elements are essential for a fulfilling and productive life.
Themes
HopePurposeEffortLifeDreams
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about achieving goals.
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