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The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labor and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and we fly away. Psalms 90:10

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Summary

This quote from Psalms 90:10 conveys the idea that the average lifespan of humans is around seventy to eighty years. It suggests that even if someone's life is extended to eighty years due to their strength, their remaining years are often characterized by toil and grief. The quote reflects on the fleeting nature of human life, emphasizing that it can be abruptly ended and that we eventually depart from this world.

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