As long as there is thirst in you, water can quench it…
““As long as there is thirst in you, water can quench it; but you can live a kind of life in which you never feel thirsty; do not go in the sun, do no manual work, stay at home and relax and you will not feel the thirst. But then you will find no joy in drinking water. He who toils all day, enjoys the bliss of a good night’s rest. This is ironical: if you want to enjoy the pleasure of a good night’s sleep you have to work like a labourer all day. The trouble is that you want to spend your days like an emperor and your nights like a labourer.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote contrasts a life of idle comfort with the fulfillment that comes from honest labor, suggesting that true satisfaction requires effort and balance between work and rest.
In simple terms: Hard work brings true rest and joy.
Key Takeaway
Embrace effort to enjoy rest.
Themes
work
balance
fulfillment
effort
contentment
Mood
contemplative
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- office work
- creative projects
- physical labor
- personal growth
- daily routines
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you avoid work to stay comfortable?
- How can effort enhance your enjoyment of rest?
A Different Perspective
Idle comfort can lead to stagnation and lack of purpose.