I had much rather be adorned by beauty of character than by jewels. Jewels are the gift of fortune, character comes from within.
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I seek the utmost pleasure and the least pain.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the pursuit of joy while avoiding suffering.
This quote by Plautus reflects a fundamental human desire to attain maximum happiness while minimizing distress in life. It speaks to the inherent motivation to seek out pleasurable experiences and to create a life that is fulfilling by reducing negative emotions and pain.
Themes
PleasurePainHappinessLifeDesire
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing happiness, one could use this quote to emphasize the importance of seeking joy.
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