Endurance Quote by Homer
““Endure, my heart; yea, a baser thing thou once didst bear””
About This Quote
Source Epic: The Iliad, Book 24, 8th century BC
The speaker urges endurance, acknowledging that a lower, perhaps painful experience has been endured.
In simple terms: Endure hardship, even when it feels degrading.
Accept and persist through difficult experiences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- war
- personal loss
- spiritual trial
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “baser thing” refer to?
- How can one find meaning in suffering?
Endurance may lead to emotional burnout if unexamined.