Gates Quote by John Milton
“And oft, though wisdom wake, suspicion sleeps At wisdom's gate, and to simplicity Resigns her charge, while goodness thinks no ill Where no ill seems.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book III, 1667
Wisdom awakens, yet suspicion lingers; simplicity yields to goodness, which sees no harm.
In simple terms: Wisdom wakes, suspicion sleeps; goodness sees no harm.
Key Takeaway
Balance insight with trust.
Themes
wisdom
trust
simplicity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you trust intuition?
- How does simplicity affect moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
Overtrust can blind; skepticism may hinder openness.
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