Quote by Isaac Asimov

I don't believe in an afterlife, so I don't have to spend my whole life fearing hell, or fearing heaven even more. For whatever the tortures of hell, I think the boredom of heaven would be even worse.

I don't believe in an afterlife, so I don't have to spend my

Summary

This quote expresses a non-believer's perspective on the concept of an afterlife. The person feels relieved as they don't have to live in fear of going to hell or the seemingly monotonous nature of heaven. They argue that while hell may bring torment, the idea of an eternal existence in heaven is even more daunting due to the potential lack of stimulation and excitement. Ultimately, this quote reflects the personal opinion that an afterlife, in both its forms, brings about negative aspects that the speaker prefers to avoid.

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Life Religion Heaven Hell Boredom Afterlife

By Isaac Asimov

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