Farewell Quote by William Shakespeare
“Farewell! God knows when we shall meet again.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Romeo and Juliet, Act 2 Scene 2, 1595
The line expresses uncertainty about future reunions, acknowledging that only divine knowledge can determine when they will occur.
In simple terms: Only God knows when we’ll meet again.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty about future meetings.
Themes
faith
uncertainty
farewell
Mood
hopeful
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- friendships
- family separations
- long‑distance relationships
- life transitions
Key Concepts
theology
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust fate or personal agency?
- How do you cope with uncertain goodbyes?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a singular deity; not all share this belief.
