Quote by Plato

Must not all things at the last be swallowed up in death?

Must not all things at the last be swallowed up in death?

Summary

This quote suggests that ultimately, death is the ultimate fate of all things. It implies that everything, whether living or inanimate, will eventually perish and cease to exist. It touches upon the transient nature of life and highlights the universal truth that death is an inescapable part of the human experience.

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By Plato

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