Affection Quote by Francis Quarles
“Lust is a sharp spur to vice, which always putteth the affections into a false gallop.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The World’s Complaint, Francis Quarles, 1625
Lust drives vice, propelling emotions into reckless, false pursuits.
In simple terms: Lust fuels reckless, false pursuits.
Key Takeaway
Channel desire constructively.
Themes
lust
vice
desire
self‑control
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
moral
literary
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- personal discipline
- creative expression
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
psychology of desire
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your impulses?
- How can you redirect them positively?
A Different Perspective
Unchecked lust can lead to destructive behavior.
