If the search for riches were sure to be successful…
“If the search for riches were sure to be successful, though I should become a groom with a whip in my hand to get them, I will do so. As the search may not be successful, I will follow after that which I love.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He would pursue wealth by any means if success were guaranteed, but chooses love over uncertain riches.
In simple terms: Choose love when wealth is uncertain.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love over uncertain gain.
Themes
values
love
wealth
certainty
choices
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- relationships
- financial planning
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
Confucian ethics
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for love?
- How do you balance ambition and affection?
A Different Perspective
Wealth may bring emptiness if love is ignored.