Bacchus Quote by John Wilmot 2d Earl of Rochester
““Cupid and Bacchus my saints are, May drink and love still reign, With wine I wash away my cares, And then to cunt again.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Satirical verse, 1660
Celebrates indulgence in wine, love, and sexuality, juxtaposing saints with hedonistic behavior.
In simple terms: Indulgence in wine, love, and sex.
Key Takeaway
Embrace pleasure responsibly.
Themes
hedonism
love
wine
satire
rebellion
Mood
playful
irreverent
Type
bacchus:1
cares:0
cunt:1
cupid:1
love:1
sex:1
wine:1
drink love:0
cupid bacchus:0
saints drink:0
bacchus saints:0
When to use this quote
- courtly gatherings
- private revelry
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
moral subversion
sexual freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance exists between pleasure and virtue?
- How does satire critique morality?
A Different Perspective
Excess may lead to downfall.
