Quote by Thomas Kempis

It is vanity to desire a long life and to take no heed of a good life.

It is vanity to desire a long life and to take no heed of a

Summary

This quote suggests that longing for a long life without considering the quality of that life is foolish. It highlights the importance of not solely focusing on the quantity of years, but on how well one lives those years. Vanity, in this context, refers to a self-centered and shallow desire, emphasizing how it is futile to prioritize the length of one's life if one does not prioritize living a meaningful and fulfilling life. The quote serves as a reminder to prioritize creating a good life rather than obsessing over its duration.

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