Revenge is sweeter than life itself. So think fools.
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A lucky man is rarer than a white crow.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that true luck is a rare occurrence, much like the rarity of a white crow in nature.
Juvenal's quote highlights the notion that while many people often consider themselves lucky, genuine luck is exceptionally rare. The comparison to a white crow, an uncommon bird, illustrates that those who are truly fortunate are few and far between, urging individuals to recognize the value of their circumstances rather than simply attributing success to luck.
Themes
LuckRarityFortuneSuccessWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about perseverance and hard work.
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