Quote by Alexander Pope

You beat your Pate, and fancy Wit will come: Knock as you please, there's no body at home.

You beat your Pate, and fancy Wit will come: Knock as you pl

Summary

This quote, by the English poet Alexander Pope, serves as a cautionary reminder that just having a clever mind or intellect alone is not enough. "You beat your Pate" refers to an individual vigorously trying to generate intellectual ideas or wit. However, the quote suggests that simply exercising one's mind does not guarantee a fruitful outcome. The phrase "there's no body at home" implies that one may be intellectually vacant or lacking substance, despite their efforts. It serves as a reminder to not solely rely on intellect, but also to cultivate depth and substance within oneself.

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By Alexander Pope

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