Flies Quote by Aesop
““The Flies And The Honey-Pot A NUMBER of Flies were attracted to a jar of honey which had been overturned in a housekeeper's room, and placing their feet in it, ate greedily. Their feet, however, became so smeared with the honey that they could not use their wings, nor release themselves, and were suffocated. Just as they were expiring, they exclaimed, "O foolish creatures that we are, for the sake of a little pleasure we have destroyed ourselves." Pleasure bought with pains, hurts.””
About This Quote
Source Fable: Aesop's Fables, "The Flies and the Honey-Pot", ancient Greek folklore
The pursuit of immediate pleasure can lead to self‑destruction when it blinds us to long‑term consequences.
In simple terms: Short‑term pleasure can cause lasting harm.
Key Takeaway
Avoid letting fleeting delights trap you.
Themes
self‑control
consequences
temptation
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
moral
didactic
When to use this quote
- food indulgence
- addiction
- risky decisions
- short‑term gains
Key Concepts
Greek fable
moral lesson
Questions to Reflect On
- What pleasures are you sacrificing long‑term health for?
- How can you balance enjoyment with caution?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure without foresight can cause ruin.
