Evil Quote by John Milton
“Sense of pleasure we may well Spare out of life perhaps, and not repine, But live content, which is the calmest life; But pain is perfect misery, the worst Of evils, and excessive, overturns All patience.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book I, 1667
True happiness comes from modesty and calm, while excessive pain leads to misery and loss of patience.
In simple terms: Calm contentment beats extreme suffering.
Embrace modesty, avoid excess.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- mental health
- stress management
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you seek calm or excitement?
- How do you balance pain and pleasure?
Excessive restraint can also suppress growth.