The foolβs life is empty of gratitude and full of fears; its course lies wholly toward the future.
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The greater the Difficulty the more Glory in surmounting it, and the loss of false Joys secures to us a much better Possession of real ones.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Overcoming challenges leads to true fulfillment, while giving up illusions allows us to attain genuine happiness.
Epicurus emphasizes that the challenges we face in life, while difficult, offer us the greatest sense of accomplishment when we overcome them. Additionally, letting go of superficial pleasures or false joys permits us a deeper appreciation for the genuine joys and possessions that truly enrich our lives.
Themes
ChallengeGloryOvercomingHappinessJoyDifficulty
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to uplift those facing hardships.
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