We owe a deep debt of gratitude to Adam, the first great benefactor of the human race: he brought death into the world.

Summary

This quote suggests that Adam, the first human according to biblical tradition, should be appreciated because his actions (eating the forbidden fruit) brought about death for humanity. It implies that death, regardless of being inevitable and often seen as negative, has its own significance and benefits for humanity. This perspective encourages acknowledging the role of death in shaping life and perhaps appreciating mortality as an essential part of the human experience.

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