Quote by Alexander Pope

Good God! how often are we to die before we go quite off this stage? In every friend we lose a part of ourselves, and the best part.

Good God! how often are we to die before we go quite off thi

Summary

This quote reflects on the pain and grief experienced when losing a loved one. The exclamation of "Good God!" expresses the frustration and disbelief at the frequency of death and loss in life. The phrase "how often are we to die" refers to the recurring nature of deaths that we witness or experience. The quote acknowledges that with the loss of a friend, a piece of ourselves is also lost, particularly emphasizing that the departed friend may represent the best part of us. It highlights the deep emotional impact of death and the lasting void it leaves behind.

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By Alexander Pope

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