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He has not lived badly whose birth and death has been unnoticed by the world
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"He has not lived badly whose birth and death has been unnoticed by the world"

- Horace

About this Quote

This quote by Horace talks to the concept that a life lived without recognition or fame is not necessarily a bad life. It suggests that a life resided in obscurity, without the attention of the world, can still be a meaningful and fulfilling life. It implies that a life lived without the approval or acknowledgement of others is still a life worth living.

The quote motivates us to concentrate on our own lives and to not be too concerned with what others consider us. It recommends that we must not be too worried about looking for fame or acknowledgment, but rather to focus on living a life that is significant to us. It also suggests that a life resided in obscurity can still be a life of worth and purpose.

Ultimately, this quote encourages us to live our lives in such a way that is significant to us, despite whether we get acknowledgment from the world. It recommends that a life lived without the attention of the world can still be a life of value and function.

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Horace This quote is written / told by Horace between 65 BC and 8 BC. He was a famous Poet from Rome. The author also have 83 other quotes.

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