Know, he that foretells his own calamity, and makes events…
“Know, he that foretells his own calamity, and makes events before they come, twice over, doth endure the pains of evil destiny.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Foreseeing one’s own disaster and reliving it intensifies suffering, as the foreteller endures the pain twice.
In simple terms: Predicting trouble and experiencing it again doubles the hardship.
Key Takeaway
Avoid self‑fulfilling prophecies.
Themes
fate
foreknowledge
pain
repetition
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- mental health
- decision making
Key Concepts
determinism
self‑fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you change a predicted outcome?
- What role does belief play in suffering?
A Different Perspective
Believing in destiny can limit agency and increase anguish.