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“Thy life is safe while any god saves mine.” quote by Sophocles
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““Thy life is safe while any god saves mine.””

Sophocles

About This Quote

Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC

The line suggests that as long as a deity protects one's own life, one can feel secure, highlighting reliance on divine favor for safety.

In simple terms: Divine protection gives a sense of safety.

Key Takeaway

Trust in a higher power for personal security.

Themes

faith security divine

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • war
  • political turmoil
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

theology existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you depend on external forces for safety?
  • What does this say about personal agency?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on divine protection may ignore personal responsibility and practical safeguards.

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