Difficulty Quote by Horace
![“Nor let a god come in, unless the difficulty be worthy of such an intervention. [Lat., Nec deus intersit nisi dignus vindice nodus.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/62f/horace-172_difficulty_nor-let-a-god-come-in-unless-the-difficu_3109105.jpg)
“Nor let a god come in, unless the difficulty be worthy of such an intervention. [Lat., Nec deus intersit nisi dignus vindice nodus.]”
About This Quote
Source Poetry: Odes, Book 1, line 23, c. 23 BC
Only invite divine aid when the challenge truly merits it, avoiding trivial requests.
In simple terms: Seek divine help only for worthy challenges.
Key Takeaway
Ask for help only when necessary.
Themes
humility
spirituality
challenge
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- ethical decisions
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
classical literature
ethical discernment
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a problem worthy of seeking higher assistance?
- Do you often ask for help unnecessarily?
A Different Perspective
Divine intervention may be limited or unavailable.
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