O let us love our occupations, Bless the squire and his relations, Live upon our daily rations, And always know our proper stations.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Find contentment in daily work and social roles.
- In plain terms
- Love your work, respect authority, and know your place.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept your role and find joy in it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you content with your current role?
- Is accepting your place always virtuous?
Another view
It can justify unjust social hierarchies.
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