Quote by Anne Dudley Bradstreet, The Prol

By art he gladly found what he did seek, A full requital of his striving pain. Art can do much, but this maxim's most sure: A weak or wounded brain admits no cure.

By art he gladly found what he did seek, A full requital of

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of art in providing solace and fulfillment to one's life. Through engaging with art, an individual discovers what they were seeking, experiencing a complete repayment for their efforts and struggles. Art possesses the capability to achieve significant outcomes; however, the quote emphasizes that there are limits to its efficacy. It indicates that a mind weakened or wounded can hinder the healing potential of art, suggesting that a certain level of mental stability and openness is necessary to fully benefit from its therapeutic qualities.

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By Anne Dudley Bradstreet, The Prol

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