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And love Quote by Ovid

“A good disposition is a virtue in itself, and it is lasting; the burden of the years cannot depress it, and love that is founded on it endures to the end.” quote by Ovid
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“A good disposition is a virtue in itself, and it is lasting; the burden of the years cannot depress it, and love that is founded on it endures to the end.”

Ovid

About This Quote

Source Poem: Metamorphoses, Book 1, 8 AD

A stable, good disposition endures hardships and sustains love, acting as an inner virtue.

In simple terms: A good temperament lasts through hardship.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner steadiness.

Themes

resilience virtue love

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • long‑term friendships
  • personal crises

Key Concepts

character emotional stability longevity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you maintain a good disposition during stress?
  • What practices support lasting emotional stability?
A Different Perspective

External events can still overwhelm inner peace.

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