Fate Quotes
Men at some time are masters of their fates.
"Men at some time are masters of their fates."— William Shakespeare
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Meaning of this quote
Cassius argues that people can sometimes influence their circumstances. Within the scene, he uses the idea to recruit Brutus into political opposition.
Key takeaway:
Recognize your agency while examining the motives behind persuasive advice.
Origin of the quote
Julius Caesar, Act I, Scene II, Cassius.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe sentence occurs within a longer political speech. It is not a promise that every circumstance lies under personal control.
