You must get your living by loving. But as it is said of…
“You must get your living by loving. But as it is said of the merchants that ninety-seven in a hundred fail, so the life of men generally, tried by this standard, is a failure, and bankruptcy may be surely prophesied.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Living by love alone is ideal, but most fail without practical means.
In simple terms: Love isn’t enough without financial stability.
Balance passion with practical planning.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- career choice
- entrepreneurship
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love sustain a livelihood?
- What practical steps support your passion?
Idealism may ignore market realities.