Absolutes Quote by Henry David Thoreau
“I suppose that the great questions of "Fate, Freewill, Foreknowledge Absolute," which used to be discussed at Concord, are still unsettled.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Walden by Henry David Thoreau, 1854
Fundamental questions about fate, free will, and foreknowledge remain unresolved since Concord debates.
In simple terms: Big questions stay unsettled.
Key Takeaway
Continue exploring existential dilemmas.
Themes
existential
philosophy
uncertainty
Mood
pensive
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- academic study
- spiritual practice
- public discourse
Key Concepts
determinism
free will
foreknowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- What practical steps can arise from these questions?
- How do you reconcile belief in fate with personal agency?
A Different Perspective
Some may find endless debate unproductive.
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