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“Desire to know why, and how curiosity, which is a lust of the mind, that a perseverance of delight in the continued and indefatigable generation of knowledge exceedeth the short vehemence of any carnal pleasure.” quote by Thomas Hobbes
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“Desire to know why, and how curiosity, which is a lust of the mind, that a perseverance of delight in the continued and indefatigable generation of knowledge exceedeth the short vehemence of any carnal pleasure.”

Thomas Hobbes

About This Quote

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

Intellectual curiosity drives relentless pursuit of knowledge, surpassing fleeting physical pleasures.

In simple terms: Curiosity beats short‑term pleasure.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate curiosity.

Themes

knowledge curiosity pleasure

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • academic study
  • personal growth
  • research
  • creative work

Key Concepts

philosophy human motivation intellectual pursuit

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does curiosity outweigh immediate gratification?
  • What fuels sustained intellectual drive?
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