But already it is time to depart, for me to die, for you…
“But already it is time to depart, for me to die, for you to go on living; which of us takes the better course, is concealed from anyone except God.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Life and death are mysteries known only to the divine; human judgment cannot determine the better path.
In simple terms: Only God knows the best fate.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty about destiny.
Themes
mortality
faith
philosophy
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
existential
When to use this quote
- End‑of‑life decisions
- grieving
- ethical debates
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
Existentialism
divine knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust divine will over reason?
- How do you act when outcomes are unknowable?
A Different Perspective
Human reasoning can still guide moral choices despite unknown outcomes.