And it is not our part here to take thought only for a…
““And it is not our part here to take thought only for a season, or for a few lives of Men, or for a passing age of the world. We should seek a final end of this menace, even if we do not hope to make one.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
We should not limit our thoughts to fleeting concerns; we must aim to resolve lasting threats even without certainty of success.
In simple terms: Think beyond short term.
Pursue lasting solutions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- environmental policy
- global health
- social reform
- political strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What lasting menace do you feel compelled to address?
- How do you act when hope is uncertain?
Efforts may be futile without hope, yet inaction guarantees harm.