Quote by Philip Pullman

Men pass in front of our eyes like butterflies, creatures of a brief season. We love them; they are brave, proud, beautiful, clever; and they die almost at once. They die so soon that our hearts are continually wracked with pain.

Men pass in front of our eyes like butterflies, creatures of

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This quote speaks to the fleeting nature of human life, using the metaphor of butterflies to convey its brevity. It highlights the attributes that make men admirable, such as their bravery, pride, beauty, and intelligence. However, their existence is short-lived, leading to immense heartache. The quote emphasizes the sorrow and anguish felt by witnessing the ephemeral nature of life and the premature deaths of those we love.

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