Quote by William Shakespeare

We defy augury. There's a special providence in the fall of a sparrow. If it be now, 'Tis not to come. If it be not to come, it will be now. If it be not now, yet it will come. The readiness is all.

We defy augury. There's a special providence in the fall of

Summary

This quote, from Shakespeare's play Hamlet, challenges the notion of relying on omens and predictions. It suggests that there is a divine plan or fate, even in the smallest events like the fall of a sparrow. The speaker emphasizes that whether something is meant to happen now or later, the most important thing is to be ready and prepared for whatever comes. In essence, the quote encourages facing the uncertainties of life with a sense of acceptance and being fully present in the moment.

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By William Shakespeare

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