Quotation by

Edmund Burke

There is a boundary to men's passions when they act from feelings but none when they are under the influence of imagination.

Edmund Burke

Men

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

When people are driven by their emotions, their actions have limits because feelings are tied to real experiences and consequences. However, when imagination takes over, there are no such limits, allowing thoughts and desires to expand without restraint.

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