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Sink not in spirit; who aimeth at the sky Shoots higher…

“Sink not in spirit; who aimeth at the sky Shoots higher much than he that means a tree.” quote by George Herbert
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“Sink not in spirit; who aimeth at the sky Shoots higher much than he that means a tree.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

Aim high and strive beyond modest goals; ambition leads to greater achievement.

In simple terms: Aim higher than ordinary goals.

Key Takeaway

Set ambitious targets.

Themes

ambition spirituality growth

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • spiritual practice
  • creative projects
  • personal development

Key Concepts

metaphor aspiration

Questions to Reflect On

  • What higher goals inspire you?
  • How can you balance ambition with realism?
A Different Perspective

Overreaching can lead to disappointment if unrealistic.

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