Cute Quote by Horace
![“You may see me, fat and shining, with well-cared for hide, . . . a hog from Epicurus' herd. [Lat., Me pinguem et nitidum bene curata cute vises, . . . Epicuri de grege porcum.]” quote by Horace](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d3c/horace-172_cute_you-may-see-me-fat-and-shining-with-well_3218377.jpg)
“You may see me, fat and shining, with well-cared for hide, . . . a hog from Epicurus' herd. [Lat., Me pinguem et nitidum bene curata cute vises, . . . Epicuri de grege porcum.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Odes, Book 1, 9 by Horace, 23 BC
The speaker describes a well-groomed hog, using Epicurean imagery to contrast indulgence with philosophical modesty.
In simple terms: A polished hog is compared to Epicurean luxury.
Key Takeaway
Recognize superficial excess.
Themes
indulgence
philosophy
contrast
Mood
wry
critical
reflective
Type
aphilosophical
satirical
When to use this quote
- feasting
- luxury goods
- social status
- self‑presentation
Key Concepts
Epicureanism
appearance
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the hog symbolize for you?
- How do appearances affect judgments?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper values behind appearances.
![“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)
