Admire Quote by Anonymous
“A man who admires a fine woman, has yet not more reason to wish himself her husband, than one who admired the Hesperian fruit, would have had to wish himself the dragon that kept it.”
About This Quote
The metaphor suggests that admiring something unattainable (the dragon) is more futile than admiring a beautiful but ordinary thing (the fruit).
In simple terms: Desire for the impossible is futile.
Key Takeaway
Avoid chasing impossible fantasies.
Themes
desire
illusion
comparison
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationship expectations
- career ambitions
- consumer desires
Key Concepts
mythology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What “dragons” are you pursuing?
- How can you appreciate the “fruit” you already have?
A Different Perspective
May ignore realistic opportunities.
