Common Quote by Horace
![“A stomach that is seldom empty despises common food. [Lat., Jejunus raro stomachus vulgaria temnit.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d1b/horace-172_common_a-stomach-that-is-seldom-empty-despises_3158656.jpg)
“A stomach that is seldom empty despises common food. [Lat., Jejunus raro stomachus vulgaria temnit.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Satires, Book 2, line 5, 1st century BC
A person who rarely experiences hunger will look down on simple meals, preferring richer fare.
In simple terms: Rare hunger leads to disdain for plain food.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate modest meals.
Themes
humility
gratitude
contentment
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
aphilosophical
cultural
When to use this quote
- daily meals
- budget cooking
- travel dining
- health diets
Key Concepts
philosophical
cultural
culinary
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value simplicity in food?
- How does scarcity shape taste?
A Different Perspective
May overlook nutritional value of simple foods.
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