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“Let us all so live as we shall wish we had lived when we come to die; for that only is well, that ends well.” quote by Benjamin Whichcote
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“Let us all so live as we shall wish we had lived when we come to die; for that only is well, that ends well.”

Benjamin Whichcote

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Live now in a way that you will be content with at life’s end, ensuring a good ending.

In simple terms: Live fully, aim for a good ending.

Key Takeaway

Act now for a fulfilling life.

Themes

mortality intentional living legacy

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • daily decisions
  • long‑term planning
  • relationship building
  • career choices

Key Concepts

ethics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions today reflect your desired legacy?
  • How do you define a “well” ending?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on endings may cause anxiety about the future.

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