Asks Quote by Martial
“This I ask, is it not madness to kill thyself in order to escape death? [Lat., Hic rogo non furor est ne moriare mori?]”
About This Quote
Source Ancient Text: Latin Poem, circa 2nd century AD
He questions whether ending one’s life to escape death is madness.
In simple terms: Is suicide to avoid death madness?
Consider the value of life.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- philosophical debate
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines madness in existential choices?
- How do cultural views shape attitudes toward death?
Complex moral issue with cultural variance.