"L'échiquier est en place, les pièces bougent. Nous y arrivons enfin, la grande bataille de notre temps."
— Gandalf
Simplified Meaning:
Imagine a game of chess where everything is in place and the competition is about to begin. This quote is saying that, after much preparation and anticipation, a big and significant event is finally starting. Think of a big historical event, like the Normandy Invasion during World War II, where after much planning and waiting, the actual operation began and everyone felt the weight of the moment. In our own lives, it can be like when you have worked very hard for something important, like studying for months for a big exam, and now the day of the exam has finally arrived. The quote captures the feeling of knowing that something major is happening right now, and it’s time for you to face it head-on. It reminds us that there are times in life where all our earlier efforts come together, and we must now be ready to give our best in this crucial moment.