We can come to look upon the deaths of our enemies with as much regret as we feel for those of our friends, namely, when we miss their existence as witnesses to our success.
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Every parting gives a foretaste of death, every reunion a hint of the resurrection.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Parting from loved ones reminds us of the impermanence of life, while reunions evoke feelings of hope and renewal.
This quote reflects on the profound emotions connected to separation and reunion. Schopenhauer suggests that farewells serve as reminders of mortality, highlighting the transient nature of human relationships. In contrast, coming together with others awakens a sense of rebirth and renewal, suggesting that connections can transcend even death.
Themes
PartingReunionDeathResurrectionRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker reflecting on personal losses during a memorial service.
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