If we desire to end our days in joy and comfort, let us…
“If we desire to end our days in joy and comfort, let us lay the foundation of a comfortable death now betimes. To die well is not a thing of that light moment as some imagine: it is no easy matter. But to die well is a matter of every day. Let us daily do some good that may help us at the time of our death. Every day by repentance pull out the sting of some sin,that so when death comes, we may have nothing to do but to die. To die well is the action of the whole life.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A good death is prepared through daily moral effort, not a single event.
In simple terms: Live each day to ease your death.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate daily virtue for a peaceful end.
Themes
morality
death
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- end‑of‑life planning
- spiritual practice
- daily habit formation
Key Concepts
daily repentance
ethical living
legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate daily repentance into a routine?
- What small act today eases future fear?
A Different Perspective
Life’s complexities may hinder consistent practice.