What shall I do to be forever known, And make the age to come my own?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker asks how to leave a lasting legacy that future generations will remember.
- In plain terms
- What can I do to be remembered forever by people in the future?
- What can you take from it?
- People seek legacy beyond their lifetime.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you want to be known for?
- Does legacy matter to you?
Another view
The desire for fame can distract from present happiness.
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