Delight Quote by Jacques Amyot
“Reading that pleases and profits, that together delights and instructs, has all that one should desire.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Les Proverbes et Sentences de la Cour, 1555
The quote celebrates the ideal blend of enjoyment and financial gain, suggesting true fulfillment comes from work that both entertains and educates while providing profit.
In simple terms: Enjoyment and profit together bring true satisfaction.
Key Takeaway
Seek work that is fun, useful, and lucrative.
Themes
joy
profit
fulfillment
education
balance
Mood
optimistic
inspired
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- teaching
- creative projects
- investment
- personal development
Key Concepts
humanist
Renaissance thought
practical wisdom
Questions to Reflect On
- What activities give you both pleasure and income?
- How can you ensure profit doesn’t compromise integrity?
A Different Perspective
May overlook ethical concerns of profit‑driven motives.
