Ad astra (phrase)


Ad astra is a Latin phrase meaning "to the stars". The phrase has origins with Virgil, who wrote in his Aeneid: "sic itur ad astra" and "opta ardua pennis astra sequi". Another origin is Seneca the Younger, who wrote in Hercules: "non est ad astra mollis e terris via".

Etymology

Ad is a Latin preposition expressing direction toward in space or time. It is also used as a prefix in Latin word formation.
Astra is the accusative plural form of the Latin word astrum, 'star'.

Mottos

Ad astra is used as, or as part of, the motto of many organizations, most prominently, air forces. It has also been adopted as a proper name for various unrelated things. It likewise sees general use as a popular Latin tag.

''Ad astra''

"To the stars on the wings of a pig"
"To the stars through difficulties;" "a rough road leads to the stars;" or "Through hardships, to the stars."
"From the depths to the stars."
"Through adversity to the stars" or "Through struggle to the stars."
"Through hardships to the stars" or "To the stars through difficulties."
"Through boldness to the stars."
"speedily to the stars."
"Thus one goes to the stars."
"Such is the pathway to the stars."
"Reach for the stars."