Quote by St. Jerome

Being over seventy is like being engaged in a war. All our friends are going or gone and we survive amongst the dead and the dying as on a battlefield.


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Summary

This quote suggests that reaching old age can feel like being part of a war, where one's friends are slowly passing away, and they are left to navigate the challenges of aging amidst loss and decline. The imagery of a battlefield emphasizes the sense of isolation and the reminder of mortality that accompanies old age. It reflects the struggle to survive emotionally and physically while witnessing the inevitable passing of loved ones.

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War
By St. Jerome
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