Ephesians Quote by Colley Cibber
“The aspiring youth that fired the Ephesian domeOutlives in fame the pious fool that rais'd it.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Rival Queens, 1709
The young who built the grand dome will outlive the pious fool who commissioned it.
In simple terms: Youthful ambition outshines pious foolishness.
Key Takeaway
Pursue bold achievements, not hollow piety.
Themes
ambition
legacy
youth
pride
foolishness
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career building
- creative projects
- public works
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
hubris
historical irony
transience
Questions to Reflect On
- What legacy do you want to leave?
- Does humility hinder greatness?
A Different Perspective
Foolish piety can still yield lasting impact.
![“That you may have the power and be strong to apprehend and grasp with all the saints [God’s devoted people, the experience of that love] what is the breadth and length and height and depth [of it]” (Ephesians 3:18 AMPC). A” quote by Daniel Duval](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/926/daniel-duval-77817_quote_that-you-may-have-the-power-and-be-stron_121102.jpg)
