Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Greatness and goodness are not means, but ends.

Greatness and goodness are not means, but ends.

Summary

This quote suggests that greatness and goodness are not merely ways to achieve other goals, but are objectives in and of themselves. They are not seen as a means to obtain something else, but rather as the ultimate aim and purpose. It implies that greatness and goodness should be sought after and valued for their own inherent qualities, rather than solely for the benefits they may bring. They are seen as qualities worth pursuing and embodying, demonstrating that they hold intrinsic value and importance.

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Greatness & Great Things

By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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