If we all knew each morning that there was going to be another morning, and on and on and on, we's tend not to notice the sunrise, or hear the birds, or the waves rolling into the shore. We'd tend not to treasure our time with the people we love. Simply the awareness that our mortal lives had a beginning and will have an end enhances the quality of our living. Perhaps it's even more intense when we know that the termination of the body is near, but it shouldn't be.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of mortality and the finite nature of life. It suggests that if we were certain of an endless existence, we would become desensitized to the beauty and experiences of everyday life. The awareness of our limited time on Earth encourages us to appreciate and value the simple joys in life, such as witnessing a sunrise or spending meaningful moments with loved ones. It suggests that even though the awareness of life's end can enhance the quality of our existence, we should strive to value every moment regardless of how near or far the end may be.

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