The fool’s life is empty of gratitude and full of fears; its course lies wholly toward the future.
EpicurusRead
Of all the means to insure happiness throughout the whole life, by far the most important is the acquisition of friends.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Friendship is essential for lasting happiness.
Epicurus emphasizes that fostering friendships is the key to sustaining happiness throughout one's life. He suggests that social connections enrich our experiences and contribute significantly to our overall well-being.
Themes
FriendshipHappinessConnectionsRelationshipsWell-Being
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of community, I would cite Epicurus to highlight how friendships contribute to happiness.
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Haec ego non multis (scribo), sed tibi: satis enim magnum alter alteri theatrum sumus. I am writing this not to many, but to you: certainly we are a great enough audience for each other.
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