The fool’s life is empty of gratitude and full of fears; its course lies wholly toward the future.
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A man who causes fear cannot be _x000D_ free from fear.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Those who instill fear in others live in constant fear themselves.
This quote by Epicurus suggests that a person who spreads fear is inherently caught in a cycle of anxiety and dread. The idea implies that while they might project power or control through fear, the emotional burden of maintaining that dominance ultimately ensnares them, leaving them unable to truly experience freedom or peace of mind.
Themes
FearFreedomPowerControlAnxiety
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on leadership styles, this quote can illustrate the drawbacks of authoritarianism.
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I was not, I was, I am not, I care not. (Non fui, fui, non sum, non curo)
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