Quote by Francis Bacon, Essays, 1625

It is as natural to die as to be born; and to a little infant, perhaps, the one is as painful as the other.

It is as natural to die as to be born; and to a little infan

Summary

This quote suggests that death is a natural part of life, comparable to the process of birth. It highlights the idea that just as being born can be a painful experience for a baby, death might be equally distressing. The quote aims to emphasize the inevitability and universal nature of death, framing it as an inherent and unavoidable occurrence in the cycle of life.

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By Francis Bacon, Essays, 1625

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