Literary notes about Prepared (AI summary)
In literature, “prepared” often signals a state of readiness—whether for action, conflict, or hospitality. Heroes and adversaries alike test their mettle by announcing their preparedness for battle or argument, as exemplified by Eugénie’s resolve to discuss matters as an “adversary prepared” [1] and Villefort’s cry, “I am prepared for everything!” [2]. Works with religious and historical contexts use “prepared” to indicate provision for others, such as David’s brethren making ready a feast [3]. It also reflects a moral or philosophical stance of wise anticipation, as in Santayana’s succinct “It is to be wise and prepared” [4].
- Eugénie bowed, not as a submissive daughter, but as an adversary prepared for a discussion.
— from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet - “Speak, doctor—I am listening,” said Villefort; “strike—I am prepared for everything!”
— from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet - And they were there with David three days eating and drinking: for their brethren had prepared for them.
— from The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Complete - It is to be wise and prepared.
— from The Life of Reason: The Phases of Human Progress by George Santayana
