Ennobling this dull pomp, the life of kings, By contemplation of diviner things.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The mundane aspects of power are elevated when viewed through higher philosophical or spiritual lenses.
- In plain terms
- Thinking about higher things makes royal duties nobler.
- What can you take from it?
- Perspective transforms ordinary duties.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What elevates your daily work?
- How do you find meaning in duty?
Another view
It assumes access to high philosophical thought.
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