Quote by Jeremy P. Johnson

If we catch a glimpse of freedom, we wish to possess it; if we catch a glimpse of death, we want nothing to do with it. One we cannot have, the other we cannot avoid.

If we catch a glimpse of freedom, we wish to possess it; if

Summary

This quote emphasizes the human tendency to desire what is unattainable and avoid what is inevitable. The mention of glimpses of freedom and death signifies fleeting encounters with these concepts. When people get a taste of freedom, they yearn to keep it, highlighting the longing for liberation. Conversely, when faced with glimpses of death, individuals instinctively recoil, expressing a natural aversion towards the unknown and cessation of existence. Ultimately, the quote reflects the contradictory nature of human desires, where one aspect is unattainable while the other is inescapable.

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By Jeremy P. Johnson

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