Dedication Quotes
When a man’s willing and eager the god’s join in.
"When a man’s willing and eager the god’s join in."— Aeschylus
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Meaning of this quote
Willingness and divine assistance are linked, but the related passage in The Persians concerns a person hastening toward ruin. The detached wording can obscure that warning.
Key takeaway:
Check whether your eagerness is carrying you toward a worthwhile result.
Origin of the quote
Possible rendering of The Persians, line 742.
Who actually said this?
Related Greek passage also underlies quote 1002; in context divine assistance can accelerate ruin. The supplied detached wording sounds more encouraging and contains god's for gods.
