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The avarice person is ever in want; let your desired aim have a fixed limit.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Desiring too much leads to constant dissatisfaction; it's important to set limits on our ambitions.
Horace's quote highlights the idea that greed and insatiable desires can lead one to a state of perpetual want. By encouraging individuals to set a controlled aim for their desires, the quote advocates for moderation and the importance of recognizing when enough is enough, thus fostering contentment and fulfillment in life.
Themes
AvariceDesireLimitContentmentWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a discussion about financial planning.
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