Little boys Quote by the Satyricon of Petronius
““I myself have seen with my own eyes the sybil hanging in a bottle at Cumae. And when the little boys asked her "Sybil, what do you want?" she said, "I want to die.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Satyricon, 1st century AD
A tragic figure, Sybil, expresses a desire for death when asked by children, highlighting existential despair.
In simple terms: Sybil wishes to die.
Key Takeaway
Contemplate existential longing.
Themes
existential
despair
mythology
death
Mood
melancholy
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- theatrical performance
- literary analysis
- psychological study
Key Concepts
ancient literature
philosophical inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- What does Sybil's wish reveal about human suffering?
