Quote by Marcus Aurelius

Despise not death, but welcome it, for nature wills it like all else.

Despise not death, but welcome it, for nature wills it like

Summary

This quote encourages individuals not to despise death but rather embrace it, as it is a natural part of life predetermined by nature. It implies that death is inevitable and should be accepted as a natural phenomenon, just like any other occurrence in the world. By recognizing death's inevitability, the quote suggests that individuals should not fear or be repulsed by it but rather approach it with acceptance and understanding.

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Death

By Marcus Aurelius

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