Bijaksana Quote by Pramoedya Ananta Toer
““Pada akhirnya persoalan hidup adalah persoalan menunda mati, biarpun orang-orang yang bijaksana lebih suka mati sekali daripada berkali-kali.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Bumi Manusia by Pramoedya Ananta Toer, 1980
Life is ultimately about postponing death, and wise people would rather die once than many times.
In simple terms: We avoid death by delaying it; wise choose a single death over many.
Accept mortality, live fully now.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal health crises
- end‑of‑life planning
- risk assessment
- career burnout
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “dying” symbolize for you?
- How can embracing mortality improve daily choices?
Choosing a single decisive end may ignore the value of gradual change.