Quote by Ovid

Why should I go into details, we have nothing that is not perishable except what our hearts and our intellects endows us with.

Why should I go into details, we have nothing that is not pe

Summary

This quote suggests that material possessions and achievements are temporary and will eventually perish. The only things that truly define and enrich our lives are the emotions and intellect we possess. It implies that investing our time and energy in developing our inner qualities and nurturing our intellectual capabilities is a more worthwhile endeavor, as these aspects of ourselves are timeless and will endure even after all material possessions have faded away.

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