Delay Quote by Quintus Ennius
“One man by delay restored the state, for he preferred the public safety to idle report. [Lat., Unus homo nobis cunctando restituit rem, Non ponebat enim rumores ante salutem.]”
About This Quote
Source Latin Inscription: Unus homo nobis cunctando restituit rem, Non ponebat enim rumores ante salutem, 1st century BC
A single individual delayed action to prioritize public safety over idle reporting, restoring order through patience.
In simple terms: Patience and public duty restore order.
Prioritize collective safety over personal haste.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government crisis
- emergency response
- community organizing
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to act quickly?
- How do you decide between patience and urgency?
Delaying can also cause missed opportunities; balance is key.