Iniquity it is; but pass the can. My lad, no pair of kings…
““Iniquity it is; but pass the can. My lad, no pair of kings our mothers bore; Our only portion is the estate of man: We want the moon, but we shall get no more. (Last Poems, IX)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human desire for greatness exceeds our limited nature, leading to perpetual longing.
In simple terms: We crave more than we can attain.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits, cherish what we have.
Themes
desire
human nature
limitations
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal ambition
- relationship expectations
- societal pressure
Key Concepts
existentialism
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly satisfies you?
- How do you balance desire and reality?
A Different Perspective
Even with acceptance, ambition can drive progress.