Quote by Sophocles

Fortune raises up and fortune brings low both the man who fares well and the one who fares badly and there is no prophet of the future for mortal men.

Fortune raises up and fortune brings low both the man who fa

Summary

This quote suggests that human fate is determined by the unpredictable and capricious hand of fortune. It implies that both those who experience success and those who suffer setbacks are subject to the whims of luck, with no indication of what lies ahead. Furthermore, it asserts that no mortal can possess the ability to accurately predict or foresee the future. Ultimately, the quote conveys the notion that human destiny remains beyond our control, highlighting the unpredictable nature of life's outcomes.

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