Made Quote by Plutarch
“The old proverb was now made good, "the mountain had brought forth a mouse.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lives by Plutarch, c. 75 AD
An old saying proves true: a seemingly insignificant event (the mouse) emerges from a great source (the mountain).
In simple terms: Small outcomes can arise from large origins.
Key Takeaway
Expect unexpected results from big endeavors.
Themes
expectations
surprise
scale
cause
effect
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business ventures
- environmental studies
- personal growth
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
proverb
paradox
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden impacts can large projects have?
- How do small signs indicate larger trends?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex causality.
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