Quote by Edward Rutledge

I always considered an idle Life, as a real evil, but, a life of such hurry, such constant hurry, leaves us scarcely a moment for reflection or for the discharge of any other then the most immediate and pressing concerns.


I always considered an idle Life, as a real evil, but, a lif

Summary

The quote highlights the speaker's view on the value of an idle life versus a busy one. The speaker acknowledges that an idle life is often seen as negative, but they argue that a life filled with constant, frantic activity is equally detrimental. The pressure to constantly be busy leaves us with little time for introspection or attending to anything other than urgent matters. The quote suggests the need for finding a balance between idleness and busyness, recognizing the importance of reflection and attending to both immediate and long-term concerns.

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Life
By Edward Rutledge
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