Quote by Horace

Punishment closely follows guilt as its companion.Culpam poena premit comes

Punishment closely follows guilt as its companion.Culpam poe

Summary

This quote is suggesting that punishment is closely intertwined with guilt. After committing a wrongdoing and feeling guilty about it, punishment is expected to follow as a natural consequence. It highlights the idea that one cannot escape the consequences of their actions, and that guilt acts as a precursor to punishment. Thus, this quote serves as a reminder that wrongdoing will inevitably be met with consequences in the form of punishment.

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