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“Boy, you're like a horse. Just now sated with seed, You've come back to my stable, Yearning for a good rider, fine meadow, An icy spring, shady groves.” quote by Theognis of Megara
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“Boy, you're like a horse. Just now sated with seed, You've come back to my stable, Yearning for a good rider, fine meadow, An icy spring, shady groves.”

Theognis of Megara

About This Quote

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

A lover compares desire to a horse that returns to its stable, seeking a rider and nourishment, symbolizing yearning for fulfillment and companionship.

In simple terms: Desire seeks fulfillment and companionship.

Key Takeaway

Seek meaningful connections, not fleeting pleasures.

Themes

desire longing companionship

Mood

reflective yearning

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • romantic pursuit
  • personal growth
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

Greek lyric poetry metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly satisfies your yearning?
  • How do you balance desire with responsibility?
A Different Perspective

Desire can be misdirected without self-awareness.

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