Brevity Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
““for in history there is nothing more pleasing than clear and brilliant brevity.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letters to Atticus, 45 BC
Clear, concise expression is more satisfying than long-windedness.
In simple terms: Brevity is pleasing.
Key Takeaway
Value precision in communication.
Themes
communication
style
efficiency
Mood
satisfied
thoughtful
Type
aphilosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- public speaking
- teaching
- editing
Key Concepts
rhetoric
clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- When does brevity hinder understanding?
- How can you balance depth and concision?
A Different Perspective
Over-simplification may omit nuance.
![“Things sacred should not only be touched with the hands, but unviolated in thought. [Lat., Res sacros non modo manibus attingi, sed ne cogitatione quidem violari fas fuit.]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/deb/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_hands_things-sacred-should-not-only-be-touched_11960.jpg)
