Badness Quote by Hesiod
“Badness you can get easily, in quantity. The road is smooth and lies close by. But in front of excellence the immortal gods have put sweat, and long and steep is the way to do it, and rough at first. But when you come to the top, then it is easy, even though it is hard.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Works and Days, c. 750 BC
Excellence demands hard, steep effort; once achieved, it feels easy despite initial difficulty.
In simple terms: Great achievements require hard work.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the struggle for lasting success.
Themes
effort
excellence
perseverance
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- academic study
- skill mastery
Key Concepts
mythology
human endeavor
reward
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles make your path feel steep?
- How can you sustain motivation during tough phases?
A Different Perspective
Hard work may not guarantee success for everyone.
