Oh dear Pan and all the other Gods of this place, grant that I may be beautiful inside. Let all my external possessions be in friendly harmony with what is within. May I consider the wise man rich. As for gold, let me have as much as a moderate man could bear and carry with him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Prays for inner beauty and harmony between the soul and external possessions, valuing wisdom over wealth.
- In plain terms
- Wishes for a good soul and balanced life rather than great wealth.
- What can you take from it?
- Inner virtue matters more than material wealth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is true wealth?
- How do you define beauty?
Another view
Material wealth often supports inner virtues.
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