Quote by Francis Bacon

Men fear death as children fear to go in the dark; and as that natural fear in children is increased with tales, so is the other.

Men fear death as children fear to go in the dark; and as th

Summary

This quote suggests that just as children are afraid of darkness, adults fear death. Similar to how children's fears are amplified by stories, our fear of death is also heightened by the tales and rumors that surround it. The quote highlights how fear can be irrational and easily influenced by the narratives we hear. It implies that part of our fear of death stems from the stories and myths that we have been exposed to throughout our lives.

By Francis Bacon

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