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“Ready to go but never to return.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Ready to go but never to return.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 1, Scene 2, 1611

A speaker expresses eagerness to embark on a journey yet knows they will not come back.

In simple terms: Eager to leave, not return.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the adventure fully.

Themes

departure adventure finality

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

literary dramatic

When to use this quote

  • exploration
  • migration
  • military campaigns
  • personal transformation

Key Concepts

existentialism impermanence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does leaving mean to you?
  • Are you ready for irreversible change?
A Different Perspective

The quote may romanticize leaving without considering consequences.

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