I feel as if I am being driven towards an unknown goal. As soon as it is attained and there will no longer be any use for me, an atom will be sufficient to annihilate me; but until then, all human efforts whether in Paris or in the army will be powerless to prevail against me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels compelled toward a destiny that ends when he is no longer useful.
- In plain terms
- He feels used until he is gone.
- What can you take from it?
- Destiny ends when utility ends.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your purpose?
- How will you be remembered?
Another view
Not all leaders feel disposable.
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I can no longer obey; I have tasted command, and I cannot give it up.
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