Quote by Hannah Arendt

The human condition is such that pain and effort are not just symptoms which can be removed without changing life itself; they are the modes in which life itself, together with the necessity to which it is bound, makes itself felt. For mortals, the easy life of the gods would be a lifeless life.

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Summary

This quote expresses that pain and effort are integral parts of the human experience. They cannot simply be eradicated without fundamentally changing the essence of life. Pain and effort are ways in which life and its inherent limitations are manifested. Unlike the gods who live an effortless life, an existence devoid of pain and effort would be devoid of vitality and meaning for humans. In essence, this quote suggests that embracing pain and effort is crucial for experiencing the fullness of life.

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