Children Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
“Even children follow'd with endearing wile, And pluck'd his gown, to share the good man's smile.”
About This Quote
The line depicts how even children are drawn to a charismatic figure, imitating his actions and seeking his approval.
In simple terms: Charisma attracts followers of all ages.
Key Takeaway
Influence spreads through admiration.
Themes
charisma
imitation
social influence
leadership
human nature
Mood
warm
affectionate
Type
narrative
poetic
When to use this quote
- a child meeting a beloved teacher
- a fan approaching a celebrity
- a community gathering around a leader
Key Concepts
social dynamics
psychology
Practical Applications
- motivational speaking
- branding strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people, especially children, seek to emulate those they admire?
- How does charisma shape group behavior?
![“Todd's mother had several children by different fathers, and Todd [Willingham] had been abandoned in California. ... He's a good-looking man. He was a witty man, you know? Funny, caring. He wasn't arrogant, but he was kind of set in his ways. If he thought something, it was one way. You could show…” quote by Elizabeth Gilbert](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c57/elizabeth-gilbert-131_abandoned_todd-s-mother-had-several-children-by-di_1279540.jpg)
![“[T]here are depths of thousands of miles which are hidden from our inquiry. The only tidings we have from those unfathomable regions are by means of volcanoes, those burning mountains that seem to discharge their materials from the lowest abysses of the earth.” quote by Oliver Goldsmith](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b7d/oliver-goldsmith-772_abyss_t-here-are-depths-of-thousands-of-miles_88121.jpg)
