Quote by William James

The best argument I know for an immortal life is the existence of a man who deserves one.

The best argument I know for an immortal life is the existen

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This quote suggests that the existence of a person who is truly deserving of an immortal life serves as a powerful argument in favor of the concept. It implies that there are individuals who possess exceptional qualities or contributions that warrant a life beyond mortality. The quote could be seen as highlighting the value of a person's character or achievements as evidence for the possibility of an immortal existence.

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