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It is better to sit down than to stand, it is better to lie down than to sit, but death is the best of all.

It is better to sit down than to stand, it is better to lie

Summary

This quote suggests that as life progresses, one should strive to find ease and comfort, even if it means relinquishing an active stance or engaging in restful activities. However, it also implies that death surpasses all other states, hinting at the idea that ultimate peace and release from worldly burdens can only be achieved through death. The quote may be interpreted as a contemplation on the transience and struggles of life, encouraging acceptance of mortality as the ultimate liberation from life's challenges.

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