Quote by William Wycherley

Hunger, revenge, to sleep are petty foes, But only death the jealous eyes can close.

Hunger, revenge, to sleep are petty foes, But only death the

Summary

This quote suggests that although hunger, revenge, and the desire to sleep are transient problems or distractions that we may encounter in life, they are insignificant compared to death. The last line implies that death is the ultimate adversary in that it is the only force that can permanently close our eyes and end our existence. It highlights the power and finality of death, rendering all other challenges and concerns trivial in comparison.

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By William Wycherley

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