Electra Quote by Sophocles Download Open image ““But when a god sends harm, no man can sidestep it, no matter how strong he may be.”” — Sophocles ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.3 out of 5 (7 ratings) Copy quoteShare Electra Fate Fated Greek tragedy Greek-gods Sophocles Unavoidable
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Those whose life is long still strive for gain, and for all mortals all things take second place to money. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Go then if you must, but remember, no matter how foolish your deeds, those who love you will love you still. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Why should man fear since chance is all in all for him, and he can clearly foreknow nothing? Best to live lightly, as one… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
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“Shame I do feel. And I know there is something all wrong about me—believe me. Sometimes I shock myself.” — Sophocles Copy Share Image
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“None but a fool or an infant could forget a father gone so far and cold. No. Lament is a pattern cut and fitted… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
“By dread things I am compelled. I know that. I see the trap closing. I know what I am. But while life is in… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
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“ELECTRA: Oh but my love—now that you have travelled back down all those years to meet my heart, over all this grief of mine,… — Sophocles Copy Share Image