Camps Quote by Horace
![“The more a man denies himself, the more he shall receive from heaven. Naked, I seek the camp of those who covet nothing. [Lat., Quanto quisque sibi plura negaverit, A dis plura feret. Nil cupientium Nudus castra peto.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0b1/horace-172_camps_the-more-a-man-denies-himself-the-more-h_515416.jpg)
“The more a man denies himself, the more he shall receive from heaven. Naked, I seek the camp of those who covet nothing. [Lat., Quanto quisque sibi plura negaverit, A dis plura feret. Nil cupientium Nudus castra peto.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Odes, Book 1, line 27 (Latin)
Self-denial leads to spiritual reward; seeking simplicity aligns with divine providence.
In simple terms: Denial brings heavenly reward.
Key Takeaway
Practice modesty for spiritual gain.
Themes
spirituality
self-discipline
humility
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- fasting
- voluntary poverty
- ethical choices
- religious practice
Key Concepts
Stoicism
Latin literature
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you let go of for greater peace?
- How does simplicity affect your spiritual life?
A Different Perspective
Modern excess may limit applicability.
![“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)
![“[10 Things I Hate About You] was the most fun I ever had making a movie. Everyone got along really, really well from day one. It was like summer camp.” quote by David Krumholtz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/950/david-krumholtz-7751_camps_10-things-i-hate-about-you-was-the-most_27950.jpg)