Kisses Quote by Catullus
““We should live, my Lesbia, and love And value all the talk of stricter Old men at a single penny. Suns can set and rise again; For us, once our brief light has set, There's one unending night for sleeping. Give me a thousand kisses, then a hundred, Then another thousand, then a second hundred, Then still another thousand, then a hundred; Then, when we've made many thousands, We'll muddle them so as not to know Or lest some villain overlook us Knowing the total of our kisses. (Translated by Guy Lee)””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Carmina 5 by Catullus, 1st century BC
Catullus urges embracing love and pleasure now, ignoring societal judgment, because life is brief and night follows day.
In simple terms: Live and love now, ignore old men’s criticism.
Key Takeaway
Savor love while you can.
Themes
love
carpe diem
rebellion
pleasure
mortality
Mood
passionate
defiant
reflective
Type
poetic
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Romantic relationships
- personal indulgence
- defying social norms
- celebrating intimacy
Key Concepts
Epicureanism
hedonism
Roman poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance desire with duty?
- What societal judgments limit your joy?
A Different Perspective
May neglect of deeper responsibilities lead to regret.
