A small wooden cabinet with compartments each holding a thimble, spoon, button or key.

Original artwork, not a still

Eclogues

Virgil

We can't all do everything.

Behind the line

What it means

Our interpretation.

No one can master every skill or perform every task. The line accepts that abilities are divided among people, so each person must be content with a share of what can be done rather than expecting to excel at everything.

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