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"Fate" motif

The "Fate" motif refers to the idea that certain events or outcomes are predetermined and beyond human control, often believed to be governed by a higher power or unchangeable forces. It suggests that people's lives and destinies follow a set path, regardless of their actions or wishes. This motif explores themes of inevitability, destiny, and how individuals confront the limits of their free will. It appears in stories, philosophy, and literature as a way to examine whether humans can influence their future or are subject to the greater order of the universe.