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A true saying it is, ‘Desire hath no rest;‘ is infinite in…

“A true saying it is, ‘Desire hath no rest;‘ is infinite in itself, endless; and as one calls it, a perpetual rack, or horse-mill, according to Austin, still going round as in a ring.” quote by Robert Burton
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““A true saying it is, ‘Desire hath no rest;‘ is infinite in itself, endless; and as one calls it, a perpetual rack, or horse-mill, according to Austin, still going round as in a ring.””

Robert Burton

About This Quote

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

Desire is an endless, restless force that drives perpetual striving.

In simple terms: Desire never rests, causing endless striving.

Key Takeaway

Channel desire into purposeful goals.

Themes

desire restlessness human nature motivation philosophy

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal ambition
  • creative projects
  • relationship building
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

infinite longing psychological drive existential tension

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your deepest desires?
  • How can you balance desire with contentment?
A Different Perspective

Desire can become destructive if unchecked.

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