Conceal a flaw, and the world will imagine the worst.
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A good man doubles the length of his existence; to have lived so as to look back with pleasure on our past existence is to live twice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Living a good life allows you to reflect on it with joy, effectively granting you a richer existence.
This quote by Martial suggests that the richness and quality of one's life is not merely measured by years lived, but by the experiences and memories that bring joy upon reflection. A good person, through their actions and choices, creates a life that is fulfilling and pleasurable to remember, thus allowing them to 'live twice' by the joy of these memories. It emphasizes the importance of living with intention and kindness to enhance our existence.
Themes
LifeExistenceJoyReflectionGoodness
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal growth, one could reference this quote to emphasize the importance of living a meaningful life.
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