The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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Solvitur ambulando . . . it is solved by walking.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that some problems can be resolved simply by taking action or moving forward.
Saint Augustine's quote, 'Solvitur ambulando,' translates to 'it is solved by walking.' This phrase implies that taking a step forward, both literally and metaphorically, can bring clarity or solutions to challenges we face. It encourages the idea that engagement, action, or moving through life’s complexities is often a way to address problems rather than remaining stagnant in our thoughts.
Themes
ActionMovementWalkingProblemsSolutions
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to encourage perseverance.
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Bad times, hard times, this is what people keep saying; but let us live well, and times shall be good. We are the times: Such as we are, such are the times.
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Who can map out the various forces at play in one soul? Man is a great depth, O Lord. The hairs of his head are easier by far to count than his feeling, the movements of his heart.
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