Quote by John Dryden

For present joys are more to flesh and blood than a dull prospect of a distant good.

For present joys are more to flesh and blood than a dull pro

Summary

This quote suggests that humans often prioritize immediate pleasures and gratification over the anticipation of future benefits. It implies that people are more inclined to prioritize instant gratification rather than patiently working towards a long-term or distant goal. The quote implies that the allure of present joys, which are felt in the flesh and experienced in the present moment, carries more significance and appeal to humanity than the less tangible and abstract prospect of an eventual good that lies far ahead in the future.

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