The mention of Greece fills the mind with the most exalted sentiments and arouses in our bosoms the best feelings of which our nature is capable.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mentioning Greece evokes high sentiments and feelings.
- In plain terms
- Thinking of Greece brings out the best feelings in us.
- What can you take from it?
- Greece inspires noble emotions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why does Greece inspire admiration?
- What modern ideals resemble Greek values?
Another view
It relies on idealized views of history.
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