Translation:Catullus 85
| Literal English Translation | Original Latin | Line |
|---|---|---|
I hate and I love. Why I do this, perhaps you ask. |
Ōdī et amō. Quārē id faciam, fortasse requīris. |
85.1 |
One of Catullus' more famous pieces. Its poignant brevity and terseness underscore the forcefulness of Catullus' intimate declaration. It is one of a series of poems in which Catullus attempts to reconcile his conflicting feelings for his mistress Lesbia. Elegiac couplet.
| Literal English Translation | Original Latin | Line |
|---|---|---|
I hate and I love. Why I do this, perhaps you ask. |
Ōdī et amō. Quārē id faciam, fortasse requīris. |
85.1 |