Comfort Quote by Marilynne Robinson
“If we focused on using the opportunities we have, which are very great by any standard - health, longevity, comfort and privacy, endless resources of culture and information - we would not just navigate this world, we would leave a good inheritance to succeeding generations.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Gift of Possibility” by Marilynne Robinson, 2021
Advocates using abundant modern resources responsibly to create a lasting, positive legacy for future generations.
In simple terms: Use modern resources to benefit future generations.
Key Takeaway
Act responsibly for future inheritance.
Themes
legacy
responsibility
progress
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
ethical
visionary
When to use this quote
- policy making
- environmental stewardship
- education reform
- family planning
Key Concepts
Ethics
future studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure resources benefit future generations?
- What responsibilities do we hold today?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate systemic barriers to resource use.
