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“Count no mortal fortunate till he has departed this life free from pain.” quote by Sophocles
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“Count no mortal fortunate till he has departed this life free from pain.”

Sophocles

About This Quote

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

Only when free from suffering can one truly assess a life’s fortune.

In simple terms: Freedom from pain reveals true luck.

Key Takeaway

Seek a life of compassion and health.

Themes

suffering fortune life assessment

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • elder care
  • pain management
  • end‑of‑life care
  • philosophical counseling

Key Concepts

stoicism ethics human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does suffering shape our view of luck?
  • Can we find fortune without pain?
A Different Perspective

Pain may persist despite efforts to alleviate it.

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