Age Quote by Vitruvius Pollio
““This was how Dinocrates, recommended only by his good looks and dignified carriage, came to be so famous. But as for me, Emperor, nature has not given me stature, age has marred my face, and my strength is impaired by ill health.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Architectura, Book I, 1st century BC
The narrator contrasts a famed individual's physical attributes with personal deficiencies, highlighting reliance on appearance versus substance.
In simple terms: Fame can stem from looks, not merit.
Cultivate substance over appearance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- public speaking
- leadership
- personal branding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities truly sustain reputation?
- How to balance image and ability?
Physical traits fade; substance endures.