Death Quote by Horace
![“Nothing is difficult to mortals; we strive to reach heaven itself in our folly. [Lat., Nil mortalibus arduum est; Coelum ipsum petimus stultitia.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2a2/horace-172_death_nothing-is-difficult-to-mortals-we-striv_354361.jpg)
“Nothing is difficult to mortals; we strive to reach heaven itself in our folly. [Lat., Nil mortalibus arduum est; Coelum ipsum petimus stultitia.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Odes, Book 1, Ode 3, 23 BC
Human ambition often aims beyond realistic limits, leading to futile pursuits.
In simple terms: People aim too high and fail.
Key Takeaway
Recognize realistic goals.
Themes
ambition
hubris
human nature
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal goals
- political power
- scientific research
Key Concepts
classical literature
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits should you set?
- How do you balance ambition and practicality?
A Different Perspective
Overreaching can cause disappointment and waste.
![“In a moment comes either death or joyful victory. [Lat., Horae Momento cita mors venit aut victoria laeta.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a43/horace-172_death_in-a-moment-comes-either-death-or-joyful_17189.jpg)
![“Neither men, nor gods, nor booksellers' shelves permit ordinary poets to exist. [Lat., Mediocribus esse poetis Non homines, non di, non concessere columnae.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bd4/horace-172_booksellers_neither-men-nor-gods-nor-booksellers-she_23851.jpg)
