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While strength and years permit, endure labor; soon bent…

“While strength and years permit, endure labor; soon bent old age will come with silent foot. [Lat., Dum vires annique sinunt, tolerate labores. Jam veniet tacito curva senecta pede.]” quote by Ovid
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“While strength and years permit, endure labor; soon bent old age will come with silent foot. [Lat., Dum vires annique sinunt, tolerate labores. Jam veniet tacito curva senecta pede.]”

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About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Physical strength and youth allow hard work, but aging inevitably brings frailty, urging us to value effort while possible.

In simple terms: Work hard while you can.

Key Takeaway

Make the most of your abilities now.

Themes

age labor mortality

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • health maintenance
  • legacy building
  • time management

Key Concepts

human lifespan work ethic physical decline

Questions to Reflect On

  • How will you prioritize tasks now?
  • What legacy do you wish to leave?
A Different Perspective

Aging is natural, not a punishment.

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