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“When it comes to my own turn to lay my weapons down, I shall do so with thankfulness and fatigue, and whatever be my destiny after ward, I shall be glad to lie down with my fathers in honour. It is human at least, if not divine.” quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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““When it comes to my own turn to lay my weapons down, I shall do so with thankfulness and fatigue, and whatever be my destiny after ward, I shall be glad to lie down with my fathers in honour. It is human at least, if not divine.””

Robert Louis Stevenson

About This Quote

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

Facing one’s final moments with gratitude and acceptance, acknowledging both human frailty and possible divine purpose, brings peace.

In simple terms: Accept death with thankfulness and humility.

Key Takeaway

Embrace life’s end with gratitude.

Themes

mortality acceptance faith humility

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • end of life
  • war
  • personal reflection
  • legacy planning

Key Concepts

existential reflection spirituality legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you say to a dying person?
  • How does gratitude change your view of death?
A Different Perspective

Gratitude may seem unrealistic in crisis.

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