Bears Quote by Horace
![“He who would reach the desired goal must, while a boy, suffer and labor much and bear both heat and cold. [Lat., Qui studet optatam cursu coningere metam Multa tulit fecitque puer, sudavit et alsit.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/391/horace-172_bears_he-who-would-reach-the-desired-goal-must_279741.jpg)
“He who would reach the desired goal must, while a boy, suffer and labor much and bear both heat and cold. [Lat., Qui studet optatam cursu coningere metam Multa tulit fecitque puer, sudavit et alsit.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Odes, Book 1, 23 BC
Achieving goals requires youthful labor, enduring both heat and cold hardships.
In simple terms: Hard work and endurance lead to success.
Key Takeaway
Endure hardships to reach goals.
Themes
hardship
endurance
ambition
youth
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
classical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- career
- personal growth
Key Concepts
classical virtue
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What hardships are you willing to endure?
- How do you balance effort with well‑being?
A Different Perspective
Extreme endurance may be unsustainable for all.
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