Blessed Quote by Cato the Younger
“Blessed be they as virtuous, who when they feel their virile members swollen with lust, visit a brothel rather than grind at some husband's private mill.”
About This Quote
The quote praises self‑control, urging those driven by strong sexual urges to seek an outlet rather than waste energy on unproductive or harmful pursuits.
In simple terms: Control urges by channeling them responsibly.
Key Takeaway
Redirect strong desires into appropriate outlets.
Themes
self‑control
morality
desire management
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
ethical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- marital fidelity
- sexual health
- productivity
Key Concepts
virtue
self‑discipline
ethical conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance desire with responsibility?
- What healthy outlets exist for strong urges?
A Different Perspective
May not address all contexts where desire is natural and healthy.
![“On one hand, prostitutes don't struggle because it's simply their life. In Mexico and elsewhere, once they get out of these places [brothels] they have a pretty square life. In Bangladesh it's different because they live in the brothel, it's sort of a prison, but still there are two sides. When…” quote by Michael Glawogger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/75f/michael-glawogger-25782_bangladesh_on-one-hand-prostitutes-don-t-struggle-b_1806910.jpg)
