Alexander Pope Quote - Hope springs eternal in the human breast: Man never is, but always To be Blest.

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Hope springs eternal in the human breast: Man never is, but always To be Blest.

"Hope springs eternal in the human breast: Man never is, but always To be Blest."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Expectation
Tags: Expectation Happiness Hope Hopeful Wistful

Meaning of this quote

People repeatedly place happiness in a hoped-for future.

Key takeaway: Balance future plans with appreciation of the present.

Origin of the quote

The Complete Poetical Works of Alexander Pope — PDF page 283.

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Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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