Amor Quote by Titus Lucretius Carus
““E tenebris tantis tam clarum extollere lumen qui primus potuisti inlustrans commoda vitae, te sequor, o Graiae gentis decus, inque tuis nunc ficta pedum pono pressis vestigia signis, non ita certandi cupidus quam propter amorem quod te imitari aveo; quid enim contendat hirundo cycnis, aut quid nam tremulis facere artubus haedi consimile in cursu possint et fortis equi vis? tu, pater, es rerum inventor, tu patria nobis suppeditas praecepta, tuisque ex, inclute, chartis, floriferis ut apes in saltibus omnia libant, omnia nos itidem depascimur aurea dicta, aurea, perpetua semper dignissima vita. nam simul ac ratio tua coepit vociferari naturam rerum divina mente coorta diffugiunt animi terrores, moenia mundi discedunt. totum video per inane geri res. apparet divum numen sedesque quietae, quas neque concutiunt venti nec nubila nimbis aspergunt neque nix acri concreta pruina cana cadens violat semper[que] innubilus aether integit et large diffuso lumine ridet: omnia suppeditat porro natura neque ulla res animi pacem delibat tempore in ullo.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: De Rerum Natura, Book 1, c. 50 BC
The poet praises the first light that illuminates life, urging to follow its guidance, and reflects on nature’s order, the power of reason, and the fleeting nature of human concerns.
In simple terms: Value the first light and reason that guide life.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity through reason.
Themes
philosophy
nature
reason
humanity
transience
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- scientific inquiry
- ethical decision making
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
Stoicism
natural law
cosmology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reason shape your daily choices?
- What light guides you in moments of doubt?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone cannot eliminate all fear or uncertainty.
