Famous quote by Matthew Arnold

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The need of expansion is as genuine an instinct in man as the need in a plant for the light, or the need in man himself
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"The need of expansion is as genuine an instinct in man as the need in a plant for the light, or the need in man himself for going upright. The love of liberty is simply the instinct in man for expansion"

- Matthew Arnold

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This quote by Matthew Arnold speaks with the inherent desire of people to broaden and grow. He compares this requirement to the instinct of a plant to look for light and the impulse of a human to stand upright. Arnold recommends that the love of liberty is a symptom of this impulse for growth. He suggests that people have a fundamental requirement to explore and broaden their horizons, both physically and psychologically. This quote speaks to the importance of liberty and the need for people to be able to explore and grow. Arnold recommends that this impulse for expansion is a basic part of human nature and need to be appreciated and nurtured.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Matthew Arnold between December 24, 1822 and April 15, 1888. He/she was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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