What is the price of experience? Do men buy it for a song?…
“What is the price of experience? Do men buy it for a song? Or wisdom for a dance in the street? No, it is bought with the price of all the man hath, his house, his wife, his children.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Experience is gained through sacrifice; true wisdom costs everything we hold dear.
In simple terms: Wisdom requires sacrifice.
Value what you give up.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- relationships
- career decisions
- parenting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you willing to sacrifice for growth?
- Is all loss necessary for wisdom?
It may romanticize suffering, ignoring healthy boundaries.