🔍 Seek And Ye Shall Find: The Timeless Pursuit of Success 🎯
💡 Seek and ye shall find - If you want something, look for it. This pragmatic advice dates back to ancient Greek times and appears in ancient Roman and Chinese sources as well. It crops up in the Bible: “Ask and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock and it shall be opened unto you” (Matthew 7:7–8). Despite the archaic ye, it is still current.
Related and Similar Terms
Proverbs & Expressions for the Eternally Optimistic:
- Nothing ventured, nothing gained
- Fortune favors the bold
- Where there’s a will, there’s a way
- He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever (Chinese Proverb)
Definitions, Synonyms, and Antonyms
- Definition: To seek diligently in the pursuit of a desired outcome.
- Synonyms: Look for, search, endeavor, explore, pursue.
- Antonyms: Overlook, disregard, ignore, neglect, miss.
Sources to Seek Out ⤵️
Literature:
- “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho: A story about seeking one’s personal legend and the journey involved.
- “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl: Discussing finding purpose even in dire situations.
Songs:
- “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” by U2: A rock ballad about the enduring search for something greater.
- “Searchin’” by The Coasters: Classic tune emphasizing the quest for what one desires.
Poems:
- “If—“ by Rudyard Kipling: A poem encouraging resilience and perseverance in one’s quest.
- “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost: Contemplating the choices we make when seeking our path.
Movies:
- “The Pursuit of Happyness”: A true story inspirational film emphasizing never giving up.
- “Indiana Jones” series: Classic adventures of seeking hidden treasures.
Humor-Filled Quotes for a Good Laugh 🤣
- “She was 5'2” with doe-like eyes, a Ph.D. in literature, and still kept asking, “Are you receiving signs from the universe?” I wished she could just seek Wi-Fi!” - Phil Fancywords
- “In today’s world, if Yahoo isn’t enough for you to discover something, then, well, you’ll find Google’s amazing search bar!” - Yerra Bombay
Intriguing Quizzes! 🧠
### Which figure said, "Seek and ye shall find"?
- [x] Jesus
- [ ] Plato
- [ ] Shakespeare
- [ ] Napoleon
> **Explanation:** The phrase "Seek and ye shall find" appears in the Bible, spoken by Jesus in the Book of Matthew.
### True or False: The phrase "Nothing ventured, nothing gained" shares a similar meaning with "Seek and ye shall find."
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Both phrases encourage taking action in order to achieve desired outcomes.
### Where can the phrase "Seek and ye shall find" be found?
- [ ] Greek Mythology
- [ ] Shakespeare’s plays
- [x] The Bible
- [ ] Norwegian Proverbs
> **Explanation:** The Bible, particularly the Book of Matthew, is where the phrase “Seek and ye shall find” is located.
💫 E.P. Sagequote’s Farewell Note: May you always be brave enough to search. Remember, the journey to find what you seek often offers more treasures than the destination itself. 🌈
