Approach Quote by John Milton
“Ah gentle pair, ye little think how nigh Your change approaches, when all these delights Will vanish and deliver ye to woe, More woe, the more your taste is now of joy.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Paradise Lost” (c. 1667) excerpt
Joyful pleasures are fleeting; as they fade, suffering intensifies, especially for those accustomed to happiness.
In simple terms: Joy fades, leading to greater sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Cherish balance, not just pleasure.
Themes
joy
impermanence
uffering
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- spiritual reflection
- mental health
Key Concepts
epic poetry
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about the pursuit of pleasure?
- How can one find stability amid changing joys?
A Different Perspective
Suffering may be inevitable despite effort.
