Quote by Edward Dahlberg

We cannot live, suffer or die for somebody else, for suffering is too precious to be shared.

We cannot live, suffer or die for somebody else, for sufferi

Summary

This quote suggests that our experiences of living, suffering, and dying are uniquely personal and cannot be carried or borne by others. It implies that suffering is a deeply intimate aspect of our existence and should not be trivialized or distributed among others. Instead, this quote emphasizes the preciousness of our own suffering, indicating that it holds significant meaning and lessons that are meant to be personally understood and transcended.

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Suffering

By Edward Dahlberg

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