Ill Quote by George Herbert
“The best remedy against an ill man is much ground betweene both. [The best remedy against an ill man is much ground between both.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Temple, 1633
Physical distance can protect the healthy from the sick, emphasizing separation as a preventive measure.
In simple terms: Keeping distance helps avoid illness.
Maintain healthy boundaries.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- pandemic response
- hospital settings
- family gatherings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance care and distance?
- When is isolation necessary?
May neglect emotional support.