Cursed Quote by Alexander Pope
“Cursed be the verse, how well so e'er it flow, That tends to make one worthy man my foe.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "An Essay on Man" (excerpt) by Alexander Pope, 1733
The verse is cursed because it can elevate a man to a status that makes him a rival to worthy individuals.
In simple terms: Poetry can create rivalry among the noble.
Key Takeaway
Beware of envy that fame brings.
Themes
jealousy
competition
pride
Mood
reflective
serious
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic discussion
- literary analysis
- personal reflection
- null
Key Concepts
literary criticism
ego
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- Can art truly make enemies?
- When does admiration become rivalry?
A Different Perspective
The line may overstate the power of poetry to cause conflict.
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