End Quote by Sophocles
“Men may know many things by seeing; but no prophet can see before the event, nor what end waits for him.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Prophecy is limited; humans cannot foresee outcomes, only observe events as they happen.
In simple terms: Future is unknown until it occurs.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and act wisely now.
Themes
fate
knowledge
uncertainty
human limitation
Mood
philosophical
reflective
Type
dramatic
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- decision making
- leadership
- risk assessment
- personal planning
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
epistemology
dramatic irony
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle unknowns?
- What role does intuition play in your choices?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on prediction can cause paralysis.
