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Quote by Horace

“The short span of life forbids us to spin out hope to any length. Soon will night be upon you, and the fabled Shades, and the shadowy Plutonian home.”

Quote by Horace

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Horace

Horace, a renowned Roman poet, is celebrated for his elegant Latin style and profound philosophical thoughts. His works span a variety of genres, from satire to odes, and have had a profound impact on literature throughout history. more

“He who postpones the hour of living as he ought, is like the rustic who waits for the river to pass along (before he crosses); but it glides on and will glide forever. [Lat., Vivendi recte qui prorogat horam Rusticus expectat dum defluat amnis; at ille Labitur et labetur in omne volubilis aevum.]”

Life Waiting Hours Forever Ought Rivers Crosses Rustic

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“Splendidly mendacious. [Lat., Splendide mendax.]”

Lying

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“We are dust and shadow. [Lat., Pulvis et umbra sumus.]”

Shadow Dust

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“Every man should measure himself by his own standard. [Lat., Metiri se quemque suo modulo ac pede verum est.]”

Men Should Standards Every Man

Author:Horace