Quote by Blaise Pascal

The last act is bloody, however pleasant all the rest of the play is: a little earth is thrown at last upon our head, and that is the end forever.

The last act is bloody, however pleasant all the rest of the

Summary

This quote, attributed to Thomas Ã Kempis, highlights the inevitability of death. It suggests that no matter how pleasant or enjoyable life may be, the final act is always one of death and mortality. The use of the metaphorical image of a little earth being thrown upon our heads symbolizes the end and finality of life. It serves as a reminder that death is an inescapable part of the human experience, marking the end of our existence in this world.

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By Blaise Pascal

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