Abandoned Quote by Athenaeus
“It was a saying of Demetrius Phalereus, that "Men having often abandoned what was visible for the sake of what was uncertain, have not got what they expected, and have lost what they had, - being unfortunate by an enigmatical sort of calamity."”
About This Quote
Source Book: Deipnosophistae, 2nd century AD
People abandon certainty for uncertainty, losing what they had.
In simple terms: Chasing the unknown can cause loss.
Key Takeaway
Value what you have before seeking the unknown.
Themes
philosophy
uncertainty
loss
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- decision making
- risk assessment
- personal growth
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
classical literature
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it worth abandoning certainty?
- How to mitigate loss when exploring?
A Different Perspective
Risk can lead to breakthroughs.
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