Absolute Quote by Edward Young
“How poor, how rich, how abject, how august, how complicate, how wonderful is man! Distinguished link in being's endless chain! Midway from nothing to the Deity! Dim miniature of greatness absolute! An heir of glory! A frail child of dust! Helpless immortal! Insect infinite! A worm! A God!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Night Thoughts, 1742
The quote marvels at humanity’s contradictions, ranging from lowly to divine, emphasizing our fleeting, fragile nature despite grand potential.
In simple terms: Humanity is both weak and grand, fleeting yet capable of greatness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize our limits while aspiring higher.
Themes
humanity
contradiction
humility
aspiration
transience
Mood
awe
humble
inspired
Type
philosophical
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- public speaking
- education
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
philosophy
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of humanity do you value most?
- How do you reconcile our frailty with our aspirations?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook cultural and individual differences in interpreting human worth.
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