Man wants but little here below Nor wants that little…
“Man wants but little here below Nor wants that little long, 'Tis not with me exactly so; But 'tis so in the song. My wants are many, and, if told, Would muster many a score; And were each wish a mint of gold, I still should long for more.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human desire is endless; even if each wish were valuable, we would still crave more.
In simple terms: Desire never satisfied.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and temper endless cravings.
Themes
desire
contentment
greed
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal goals
- financial ambition
- relationship expectations
Key Concepts
philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly fulfills you beyond material gain?
- How can you cultivate contentment?
A Different Perspective
Even with abundance, satisfaction remains elusive.