Quote by David Hume, Letter From Adam Smi

Doctor, as I believe you would not choose to tell any thing but the truth, you had better tell him, that I am dying as fast as my enemies, if I have any, could wish, and as easily and cheerfully as my best friends could desire.the him referred to is his friend Colonel Edmondstone


Doctor, as I believe you would not choose to tell any thing

Summary

In this quote, the speaker, who is presumably dying, requests the doctor to inform his friend Colonel Edmondstone about his deteriorating condition. The speaker expresses complete trust in the doctor's honesty and chooses to reveal the severity of their situation. They state that they are perishing at a pace that would delight their enemies, if they have any, yet maintain a positive and contented demeanor, akin to their closest allies' desires. This quote highlights the speaker's acceptance of their fate and their desire for transparency and open communication with their friend during their final moments.

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Death
By David Hume, Letter From Adam Smi
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