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It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing…

“It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are still alive. There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we must hunger for them.” quote by George Eliot
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““It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are still alive. There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we must hunger for them.””

George Eliot

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human longing for beauty and goodness persists, driving a perpetual hunger for fulfillment.

In simple terms: We always desire beauty and goodness.

Key Takeaway

Nurture your aspirations.

Themes

human nature desire beauty

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • art appreciation
  • philanthropy
  • personal goals

Key Concepts

longing goodness hunger fulfillment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beauty inspires you?
  • How do you pursue goodness?
A Different Perspective

Desire can lead to frustration if unmet.

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