Quote by Quintilian

Forbidden pleasures alone are loved immoderately when lawful, they do not excite desire.

Forbidden pleasures alone are loved immoderately when lawful

Summary

This quote suggests that when something is forbidden or inaccessible, our desire for it becomes immoderate or excessive. However, if the same thing is easily available and within the confines of the law, it does not hold the same appeal or arouse strong desire. Essentially, people tend to greatly desire and romanticize things that are deemed forbidden or restricted, but lose interest once those restrictions are removed or when something becomes commonplace.

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