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    What is the English translation of 'nil desperandum'?

    Question #46441. Asked by HarrietJPotter. (Apr 15 04 12:43 AM)


    Sondheim

    		The complete phrase is Nil Desperandum Auspice Deo.
    Roughly translated it means Don't Despair, Trust in God.
    It's the motto of the city of Sunderland.

    Apr 15 04, 12:52 AM
    mibmob

    		It is a contraction of nihil desperandum auspice Deo which means nothing needs to be considerd desperate with the help of God - well you did ask for the *meaning*!

    Apr 15 04, 6:37 AM
    griffinj

    		"Fairbairn's Crests of the Families of Great Britain and Ireland" translates it as 'never despairing'. It's the motto of the family of Simpson, as well as several others. It seems more appropriate for Bart than Homer.

    Apr 15 04, 6:46 AM

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