Quote by Douglas William Jerrold

Honest bread is very well, it's butter that makes the temptation.

Honest bread is very well, it's butter that makes the tempta

Summary

This quote suggests that having basic necessities and a simple, honest life is sufficient, represented by "honest bread." However, it advises caution when it comes to desire and temptation, symbolized by "butter." It implies that unnecessary luxury or indulgence can be alluring and lead one astray from contentment with basic needs. In essence, the quote highlights the importance of finding contentment in simplicity and being mindful of the desire for more luxurious or unnecessary things.

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By Douglas William Jerrold

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