I expect to pass through this world but once. If…
““I expect to pass through this world but once. If, therefore, if there be any kindness I can show or any good thing I can do to any fellow human being let me do it now; let me not defer nor neglect it, for I will not pass this way again.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Life is brief; act kindly now, without postponement, because we won’t return.
In simple terms: Do good deeds immediately.
Key Takeaway
Seize the moment to help others.
Themes
kindness
urgency
mortality
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
moral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- emergency aid
- community service
Key Concepts
Ethics
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What kindness can you offer today?
- How do you prioritize acts of goodwill?
A Different Perspective
May cause burnout if not balanced with self‑care.