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To live, fellowbub, is essential but to overlive is to…

“To live, fellowbub, is essential but to overlive is to court the devil's wife, & in loving that she you will be lain in such sparkling cold labyrinths” quote by Kenneth Patchen
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““To live, fellowbub, is essential but to overlive is to court the devil's wife, & in loving that she you will be lain in such sparkling cold labyrinths””

Kenneth Patchen

About This Quote

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

Living is essential, but excessive living invites danger and cold isolation.

In simple terms: Too much life leads to danger.

Key Takeaway

Balance vitality with moderation.

Themes

life danger moderation

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal ambition
  • risk taking
  • spiritual quest

Key Concepts

existentialism temptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “overlive” mean to you?
  • How can you avoid cold labyrinths?
A Different Perspective

Overindulgence may lead to emptiness.

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