Chance, my master and my friend, will, I feel sure, deign…
“Chance, my master and my friend, will, I feel sure, deign once again to send me the spirits of his unruly kingdom. All my trust is now in him- and in myself. But above all in him, for when I go under he always fishes me out, seizing and shaking me like a life-saving dog whose teeth tear my skin a little every time. So now, whenever I despair, I no longer expect my end, but some bit of luck, some commonplace little miracle which, like a glittering link, will mend again the necklace of my days.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He trusts chance as a guiding force that rescues him during despair, seeing luck as a miracle that repairs his life.
In simple terms: Chance is a helpful, rescuing force.
Key Takeaway
Embrace chance.
Themes
faith
resilience
luck
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- overcoming setbacks
- spiritual reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
trust
miracle
life‑saving metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does luck play in your recovery?
- How can you balance chance with personal effort?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on chance can reduce personal agency.