Able Quote by Lucretius
“Yet a little while, and (the happy hour) will be over, nor ever more shall we be able to recall it.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: De Rerum Natura, Book 2, 55 BCE
Pleasant moments are fleeting; they end quickly and cannot be fully remembered later.
In simple terms: Good times end fast and fade from memory.
Savor moments while they last.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- celebrations
- first experiences
- travel
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you preserve joy after it passes?
- Can fleeting moments shape long‑term happiness?
Even brief happiness can leave lasting emotional impact.