Blood flow Quote by George Gordon Byron
““Nothing so difficult as a beginning In poesy, unless perhaps the end; For oftentimes when Pegasus seems winning The race, he sprains a wing, and down we tend, Like Lucifer when hurled from Heaven for sinning; Our sin the same, and hard as his to mend, Being Pride, which leads the mind to soar too far, Till our own weakness shows us what we are. But Time, which brings all beings to their level, And sharp Adversity, will teach at last Man,—and, as we would hope,—perhaps the Devil, That neither of their intellects are vast: While Youth's hot wishes in our red veins revel, We know not this—the blood flows on too fast; But as the torrent widens towards the Ocean, We ponder deeply on each past emotion.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 1816
Pride leads to overreaching, causing downfall; time and adversity humble us, revealing true character and limits.
In simple terms: Pride causes downfall; time humbles us.
Key Takeaway
Check pride, accept humility.
Themes
hubris
humility
growth
time
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership training
- literary analysis
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Tragic flaw
self‑knowledge
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- When has pride helped you succeed?
- How do you balance confidence and humility?
A Different Perspective
Pride can also fuel achievement.
