Art Quote by Ovid
“The art of medicine in the season lies: Wine given in season oft will benefit, Which out of season injures.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Metamorphoses, Book 6, 8 AD
Medicine should be applied appropriately to the time and context; proper timing enhances benefit, mistimed use harms.
In simple terms: Right timing makes treatment help, wrong timing hurts.
Key Takeaway
Match treatment to season.
Themes
medicine
timing
balance
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- seasonal illnesses
- herbal remedies
- patient care
Key Concepts
pharmacology
holistic health
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess seasonal suitability of a remedy?
- When might a normally beneficial treatment become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Effectiveness depends on context; not all remedies work year-round.
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