Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Once a man's thirty, he's already old, He is indeed as good as dead. It's best to kill him right away.

Once a man's thirty, he's already old, He is indeed as good

Summary

This quote expresses a cynical perspective on aging, suggesting that once a man reaches thirty years old, his life is essentially over and it would be better to end it immediately. It implies a belief that youth is the only valuable stage of life and that older individuals are no longer useful or relevant. The quote reflects a bleak and nihilistic outlook, disregarding the potential for growth, wisdom, and fulfillment that can come with age.

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Man Rights

By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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