Only a stomach that rarely feels hungry scorns common things.
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Now is the time for drinking; now the time to beat the earth with unfettered foot.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of living in the present and enjoying life without reservations.
Horace encourages us to embrace the present moment and find joy in life, suggesting that there is a time for enjoyment and celebration rather than delaying our pleasures. This call to action serves as a reminder that life is fleeting and that we should make the most of the now, indulging in the experiences that bring us happiness.
Themes
PresentEnjoymentLifeCelebrationHappiness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about appreciating life during a personal growth seminar.
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Few cross the river of time and are able to reach non-being. Most of them run up and down only on this side of the river. But those who when they know the law follow the path of the law, they shall reach the other shore and go beyond the realm of death.
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Doctrina sed vim promovet insitam. Instruction enlarges the natural powers of the mind.
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