For tyme ylost may nought recovered be.
Geoffrey ChaucerRead
But manly set the world on sixe and sevene; And, if thou deye a martir, go to hevene.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that one should confront life boldly and be ready to face death with valor.
In this quote, Chaucer conveys the idea that one must live life fearlessly and embrace the realities of existence, including the inevitability of death. The metaphor of 'setting the world on sixe and sevene' implies a state of uncertainty or precariousness, urging individuals to navigate through life's challenges with courage, knowing that martyrdom, or dying for a cause, leads to a heavenly reward.
Themes
CourageLifeDeathFearlessnessMartyrdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about facing fears and challenges.
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