Add Quote by Thomas Traherne
“It is of the nobility of man's soul that he is insatiable: for he hath a benefactor so prone to give, that he delighteth in us for asking. Do not your inclinations tell you that the WORLD is yours? Do you not covet all? Do you not long to have it; to enjoy it; to overcome it? To what end do men gather riches, but to multiply more? Do they not like Pyrrhus the King of Epire, add house to house and lands to lands, that they may get it all?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Soul's Insatiability, 1633
Human soul is inherently greedy, constantly seeking more wealth and power, driven by a divine giver who rewards asking.
In simple terms: People always want more, believing the world is theirs.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the endless desire for accumulation.
Themes
greed
ambition
spiritual yearning
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- career ambition
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
insatiability
divine providence
philosophical inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly satisfies beyond material gain?
- How does spiritual belief shape our cravings?
A Different Perspective
Unchecked ambition can lead to dissatisfaction and moral conflict.
