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“All's well that ends well; which is the epitaph I should put on my tombstone if I were the last man left alive.” quote by Bertrand Russell
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“All's well that ends well; which is the epitaph I should put on my tombstone if I were the last man left alive.”

Bertrand Russell

About This Quote

Source Play: All's Well That Ends Well by William Shakespeare, 1605

Life's ultimate judgment is its conclusion; the final outcome defines its value.

In simple terms: The ending decides the worth of a life.

Key Takeaway

Focus on ending well.

Themes

mortality legacy meaning existence

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

aphilosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • life planning
  • end‑of‑life decisions

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics finality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does a good ending mean to you?
  • Can a poor ending be redeemed?
A Different Perspective

A good ending may mask a troubled journey.

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