Chance Quote by Pythagoras
“Know that death comes to everyone, and that wealth will sometimes be acquired, sometimes lost. Whatever griefs mortals suffer by divine chance, whatever destiny you have, endure it and do not complain. But it is right to improve it as much as you can, and remember this: Fate does not give very many of these griefs to good people.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Moral Maxims of Pythagoras, c. 500 BC
Life brings inevitable loss and gain; accept fate without complaint, yet strive to improve what you can.
In simple terms: Accept fate, improve what you can.
Key Takeaway
Embrace destiny, act to better circumstances.
Themes
acceptance
resilience
effort
fate
Mood
reflective
determined
calm
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- grief coping
- financial planning
- personal development
- health challenges
- relationship issues
Key Concepts
Stoicism
determinism
ethical duty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance acceptance with proactive change?
- When is it wise to accept rather than resist?
A Different Perspective
Improvement may be limited by external forces beyond control.
