Quote by Ovid

We are ever striving after what is forbidden, and coveting what is denied us.

We are ever striving after what is forbidden, and coveting w

Summary

This quote suggests that as humans, we are often drawn to that which is prohibited or off-limits to us, while also desiring what is withheld or out of reach. It speaks to our tendency to be curious and attracted to the forbidden, indicating a fascination with things that we are not supposed to have or do. Furthermore, it implies that the allure of the forbidden can be stronger than that of what is readily available, emphasizing the complex nature of human desire and our persistent longing for what we cannot easily obtain.

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By Ovid

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