Art Quote by Michelangelo
“So now, from this mad passion Which made me take art for an idol and a king I have learnt the burden of error that it bore And what misfortune springs from man's desire... The world's frivolities have robbed me of the time That I was given for reflecting upon God.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, likely personal writings, 16th century
He reflects on how artistic passion and ambition led to errors and wasted time, diverting him from spiritual contemplation.
In simple terms: Artistic ambition caused error and lost time for God.
Key Takeaway
Balance art with spiritual reflection.
Themes
art
ambition
spirituality
error
time
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative work
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
human desire
burden of error
reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate creativity with faith?
- What limits does ambition impose?
A Different Perspective
Art can distract from deeper meaning.
