Bread Quote by Coventry Patmore
“Ah, wasteful woman, she who may On her sweet self set her own price, Knowing man cannot choose but pay, How has she cheapened paradise; How given for nought her priceless gift, How spoiled the bread and spilled the wine, Which, spent with due respective thrift, Had made brutes men and men divine.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Wasteful Woman, 1865
A woman undervalues herself, leading to loss of priceless gifts and moral decay in society.
In simple terms: Self‑devaluation harms both self and community.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor your true worth.
Themes
self‑worth
value
consequences
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal finance
- career decisions
Key Concepts
economics of love
moral philosophy
self‑esteem
Questions to Reflect On
- What internal beliefs cause you to undervalue yourself?
- How can you protect your gifts from being wasted?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressures can distort personal value judgments.
