Historical Figures · 21st Century
Kafka’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Kafka, Unknown
Who Was Kafka?
Limited biographical information is available about Kafka.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Kafka's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Franz Kafka died June 3, 1924 of tuberculosis. His physician Robert Klopstock documented that Kafka's last coherent words were asking for morphine and saying 'Kill me, or else you are a murderer,' not 'I have lived my truth.'
Sources
- biography Max Brod's biography of Franz Kafka
- firsthand Robert Klopstock's medical notes (attending physician)
Legacy
Kafka's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Kafka’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Kafka die?
Kafka died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Kafka’s last words documented?
Franz Kafka died June 3, 1924 of tuberculosis. His physician Robert Klopstock documented that Kafka's last coherent words were asking for morphine and saying 'Kill me, or else you are a murderer,' not 'I have lived my truth.'
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