Nothing could add to the horror of hell, except the presence of its creator, God. While I have life, as long as I draw breath, I shall deny with all my strength, and hate with every drop of my blood, this infinite lie.
Robert Green IngersollRead
Death, after all, is the common expectation from birth. Neither heroes nor cowards can escape it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Death is an inevitable part of life that affects everyone, regardless of their character.
This quote by Ellis Peters reflects on the universal truth that every human being, whether they are celebrated as heroes or seen as cowards, ultimately faces death. It emphasizes the idea that mortality is the commonality shared by all life forms and suggests that our response to this reality shapes our existence and actions throughout life.
Themes
DeathLifeMortalityPhilosophyExistence
In practice
Example use cases
In a eulogy where one reflects on the life and legacy of a departed loved one.
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