Art Quote by Thomas Adams
“Both in thy private sessions, and the universal assizes, thou shalt be sure of the same Judge, the same jury, the same witnesses, the same verdict. How certain thou art to die, thou knowest; how soon to die, thou knowest not. Measure not thy life with the longest; that were to piece it out with flattery. Thou canst name no living man, not the sickest, which thou art sure shall die before thee.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Pilgrim's Progress, Thomas Adams, 1620
All people share the same ultimate judgment, regardless of status; life’s length is unknown, so vanity is futile.
In simple terms: Everyone faces the same judgment; life is uncertain, so pride is empty.
Key Takeaway
Live modestly and focus on virtue.
Themes
mortality
justice
humility
vanity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal conduct
- legal fairness
- spiritual reflection
- public policy
Key Concepts
egalitarian judgment
impermanence
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to treat everyone equally under a universal judge?
- How does awareness of mortality affect daily choices?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that justice is not uniform across societies, challenging the claim of sameness.
