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Life is but a game and we are the playthings of the gods.

Life is but a game and we are the playthings of the gods.

Summary

This quote suggests that life is similar to a game, with humans as the subjects being manipulated by higher beings, referred to as "the gods." It implies that our actions and experiences are predetermined or controlled by these higher powers, insinuating a lack of free will. It portrays human existence as both insignificant and dependent on external forces beyond our control, ultimately challenging the notion of personal agency in the course of life.

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