Far Quote by Robert Grosseteste
“And as far as possible for sickness or fatigue, constrain yourself to eat in the hall before your people, for this shall bring great benefit and honour to you.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Plantis, 13th century
Eating modestly before others shows humility and brings honor and health.
In simple terms: Eat simply with others.
Key Takeaway
Practice modest meals.
Themes
humility
health
honor
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family meals
- community gatherings
- religious feasts
- leadership dinners
Key Concepts
ethical conduct
social etiquette
Questions to Reflect On
- What does shared modesty teach us today?
- Can humility be shown without specific eating rules?
A Different Perspective
Modern contexts may view this as overly prescriptive.
