Quote by Maurice Maeterlinck

All our knowledge merely helps us to die a more painful death than animals that know nothing.

All our knowledge merely helps us to die a more painful deat

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This quote suggests that while humans possess knowledge and understanding, it does not necessarily lead to a better outcome in terms of mortality. It implies that animals, lacking this knowledge, may experience a less agonizing death compared to humans who may approach death with a heightened awareness and apprehension. It highlights the idea that despite our intelligence, our knowledge may not always shield us from suffering, often making our demise more distressing.

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