Death Quote by Joseph Jefferson
“And yet we are but tenants. Let us assure ourselves of this, and then it will not be so hard to make room for the new administration; for shortly the great Landlord will give us notice that our lease has expired.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Our American Cousin, 1858
We are temporary occupants, so we can accept change when the landlord ends our lease.
In simple terms: We are temporary; change is inevitable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change as inevitable.
Themes
transience
change
politics
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political transitions
- personal growth
- organizational change
Key Concepts
impermanence
authority
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you react when your role feels temporary?
- What opportunities arise when you accept change?
A Different Perspective
Assuming permanence can hinder adaptation.
