Latin Proverbs (07) "To err is human"
・Errare humanum est.
(To err is human)
This proverb sheds light on the inherent imperfection of humans and the spirit of tolerance. It teaches the importance of accepting the fact that humans are beings for whom making mistakes is inevitable. By having this awareness, one can acknowledge their own mistakes, learn from them, and walk the path of growth and self-improvement.
Humans make mistakes at times because of limitations in knowledge, experience, and judgment. It shows the meaninglessness of seeking perfection by understanding that such mistakes are a natural part of being human. By accepting one's own mistakes, one becomes able to be generous toward the mistakes of others.
It also holds great significance in human relationships. By forgiving human errors, mutual understanding and empathy deepen, and good communication is born. Through such understanding, we can respect the diversity and complexity of humanity and contribute to the construction of a more peaceful society.
・Laudatur ab his, culpatur ab illis.
(There are those who praise it and those who blame it)
・Serit arbores, quae alteri saeclo prosint.
(Plant trees so they will be useful for the next generation)
・Non convalescit planta quae saepe transfertur.
(A plant does not thrive if it is transplanted often)
・Hora fugit.
(Time flies like an arrow)
*The literal translation of the original text is "Time flees."
・Cum tacent, clamant.
(Silence is a cry)
・Disce gaudere.
(Learn to enjoy)
・Coepisse est facti dimidium.
(To have begun is half the deed)
・Fas est et ab hoste doceri.
(Learn even from your rival)
・Spem metus sequitur.
(Hope and fear are two sides of the same coin)
*The literal translation of the original text is "Fear follows after hope."
・Summum diem nec metuas nec optes.
(Do not fear your final day, but do not wish for it either)
・Cum grano salis.
(Understand things with caution)
*The literal translation of the original text is "With a grain of salt."
・Non ovum tam simile ovo.
(Even eggs are not this similar to each other)
*In Japan, this is "like two peas in a pod."
・In aere aedificare.
(To build a castle in the air)
*Something that cannot be realized. In Japan, this is "a castle on sand."
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