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“If to die honorably is the greatest Part of virtue, for us fate's done her best. Because we fought to crown Greece with freedom We lie here enjoying timeless fame.” quote by Simonides of Ceos
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“If to die honorably is the greatest Part of virtue, for us fate's done her best. Because we fought to crown Greece with freedom We lie here enjoying timeless fame.”

Simonides of Ceos

About This Quote

Source Poem: Epigram on Heroic Death, Simonides, 5th century BC

Honorable death is the pinnacle of virtue; sacrifice for freedom grants lasting fame.

In simple terms: Heroic death equals ultimate virtue.

Key Takeaway

Value sacrifice for greater good.

Themes

honor virtue freedom

Mood

solemn inspirational

Type

philosophical historical

When to use this quote

  • military service
  • civil rights activism

Key Concepts

heroic sacrifice legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does honor mean to you?
  • How can you honor others without dying?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing death can glorify conflict.

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