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Rome Quote by Horace

“At Rome I love Tibur; then, like a weathercock, at Tibur Rome.” quote by Horace — Download Open image

“At Rome I love Tibur; then, like a weathercock, at Tibur Rome.”

About This Quote

Source Poem: Odes, Book 1, line 23, 23 BC

Horace compares his love for Rome to a weathercock turning toward Tibur, showing fickle loyalty.

In simple terms: Love for Rome shifts like a weathercock toward Tibur.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and question shifting loyalties.

Themes

loyalty identity politics

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

personal relationships
political allegiance
travel decisions

Key Concepts

Roman poetry metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

Do you change your stance when circumstances shift?
What values keep you steady?

A Different Perspective

The metaphor may romanticize indecisiveness.

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