Aphrodite Quote by Sappho
““Some say an army of horsemen, some of footsoldiers, some of ships, is the fairest thing on the black earth, but I say it is what one loves. It's very easy to make this clear to everyone, for Helen, by far surpassing mortals in beauty, left the best of all husbands and sailed to Troy, mindful of neither her child nor her dear parents, but with one glimpse she was seduced by Aphrodite. For easily bent... and nimbly...[missing text]... has reminded me now of Anactoria who is not here; I would much prefer to see the lovely way she walks and the radiant glance of her face than the war-chariots of the Lydians or their footsoldiers in arms.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Fragmentary lyric, ancient Greek, ca. 6th century BC
Love is valued above power, wealth, or military might; personal affection transcends grand external achievements.
In simple terms: Love beats power.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love over conquest.
Themes
love
power
war
beauty
Mood
reflective
passionate
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- relationships
- conflict resolution
- personal priorities
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
Greek lyric
personal values
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for love?
- How does love reshape your view of success?
A Different Perspective
Love cannot always replace practical needs or societal duties.
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