Labour Quote by Homer
“To labour is the lot of man below; And when Jove gave us life, he gave us woe.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Iliad, Book 1, line 1
Human existence is marked by toil and suffering, a divine gift of life that includes hardship.
In simple terms: Life comes with work and pain.
Key Takeaway
Accept toil as part of life.
Themes
human condition
divine fate
hardship
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal struggle
- philosophical reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find meaning in daily toil?
- Can suffering be a teacher?
A Different Perspective
Life’s hardships may be mitigated by resilience.
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