How we cite our quotes: (Line)
Quote #7
Now you are here, but think of your departure:
the soul, alone and naked,
one day will come to face the perilous pass. (100-102)
Petrarch wouldn't have to remind the nobility to consider their deaths if they were being wise. This is, quite literally a last resort appeal to them to start behaving morally toward the people of the country, who are in their care.