Man may escape from rope and gun; Nay, some have outlived…
“Man may escape from rope and gun; Nay, some have outlived the doctor's pill: Who takes a woman must be undone, That basilisk is sure to kill. The fly that sips treacle is lost in the sweets, So he that tastes woman, woman, woman, He that tastes woman, ruin meets.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Desire for women leads to ruin; temptation is deadly.
In simple terms: Lust brings downfall.
Key Takeaway
Beware reckless desire.
Themes
temptation
danger
morality
Mood
cautionary
dramatic
Type
theatrical
poetic
When to use this quote
- relationships
- addiction
- financial risk
- political intrigue
Key Concepts
ethics
literary symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundaries protect you?
- How can desire be channeled positively?
A Different Perspective
Not all desire is destructive.