A Creature not too bright or good For human nature's daily food; For transient sorrows, simple wiles, Praise, blame, love, kisses, tears and smiles.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes a being who is not overly virtuous or radiant, but rather suitable for everyday human life and its simple emotions.
- In plain terms
- This creature fits well into ordinary human life with its mix of feelings.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace imperfection and simple human emotions over idealized greatness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What qualities make someone suitable for daily life?
- Is perfection desirable in a partner?
Another view
The description might be too vague to identify a specific subject clearly.
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