Quote by William Harvey

There is a lust in man no charm can tame: Of loudly publishing his neighbor's shame: On eagles wings immortal scandals fly, while virtuous actions are born and die.

There is a lust in man no charm can tame: Of loudly publishi

Summary

This quote suggests that humans have a natural inclination towards spreading scandalous stories about others, regardless of any reforms or appeals. It implies that people take pleasure in publicly shaming their neighbors, as scandals have the ability to quickly spread and gain attention. In contrast, acts of virtue often go unnoticed and remain confined within a limited circle. The quote criticizes this tendency and highlights the imbalance in society's interest and attention towards negative actions rather than positive ones.

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By William Harvey

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