Quote by John H. Aughey

Sensual pleasures are like soap bubbles, sparkling, effervescent. The pleasures of intellect are calm, beautiful, sublime, ever enduring and climbing upward to the borders of the unseen world.

Sensual pleasures are like soap bubbles, sparkling, efferves

Summary

This quote suggests that sensual pleasures are fleeting and superficial, much like soap bubbles that pop and disappear quickly. In contrast, the pleasures derived from intellectual pursuits are described as being serene, exquisite, and profound. These intellectual pleasures are depicted as long-lasting, constantly evolving, and capable of guiding one's journey towards deeper understanding and knowledge. The quote implies that intellectual pursuits hold more value and bring greater fulfillment compared to temporary sensory gratification.

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Seduction

By John H. Aughey

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