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“Though God alone never tastes woe, Yet that man is happy, and poets sing of him, Who conquers with hand or swift foot And wins the greatest of prizes By steadfastness and strength.” quote by Pindar
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“Though God alone never tastes woe, Yet that man is happy, and poets sing of him, Who conquers with hand or swift foot And wins the greatest of prizes By steadfastness and strength.”

Pindar

About This Quote

Source Poem: Olympian Ode 1, 5th century BC

True happiness comes from inner strength and perseverance, not external pleasures.

In simple terms: Strength and perseverance bring joy.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner resilience.

Themes

virtue perseverance happiness

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • athletics
  • personal challenges
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

classical poetry heroic ideal inner strength

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner strengths sustain you?
  • How do you define true happiness?
A Different Perspective

Ancient ideals may feel distant to modern readers.

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