Only a stomach that rarely feels hungry scorns common things.
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I have erected amonument more lasting than bronze.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The speaker believes their achievements will endure beyond physical monuments.
In this quote, Horace suggests that the impact of one's work, especially in the realm of poetry or art, can be more lasting and significant than any material monument. While bronze statues may erode with time, the words and ideas expressed through art can continue to resonate through generations, achieving immortality through the minds and hearts of those who engage with them.
Themes
ArtLegacyPoetryImmortalityImpact
In practice
Example use cases
In a graduation speech to inspire young artists.
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