Initially exuberance might bring to mind enthusiasm, but since it is a Proverb of Hell, we know that exuberance must be a concept at least traditionally associated with evil.
Sources suggest that 'exuberance', in the context of Blake’s other Proverbs, likely refers to excess of word, thought, or deed. Acting upon lusts, overindulging in pleasure, and pursuing one’s own goals and ambitions at the expense of others – all of these are exuberant actions.
Considered one of the greatest poets and printmakers in British history, William Blake was an English poet, painter and printmaker who remained largely unknown during his lifetime but rose to prominence about half a century after his death.
Here are 10 interesting facts about this radical writer and artist shared by Learnodo-newtonic.com.