Honorable Quote by Virgil
““Here, too, the honorable finds its due and there are tears for passing things; here, too, things mortal touch the mind.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Aeneid, Book 12, line 123, 29 BC
Even the noble face sorrow and mortality, reminding us of human fragility.
In simple terms: Even the honorable feel grief and mortality.
Key Takeaway
Accept that all people, even the great, suffer.
Themes
mortality
grief
humanity
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war
- loss
- personal tragedy
- historical events
Key Concepts
epic poetry
philosophical reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging mortality affect our actions?
- Can grief inspire growth?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted as overly fatalistic.
