Quote by H. L. Mencken

There is nothing worse than an idle hour, with no occupation offering. People who have many such hours are simply animals waiting docilely for death. We all come to that state soon or late. It is the curse of senility.

There is nothing worse than an idle hour, with no occupation

Summary

This quote suggests that having idle time with nothing to occupy oneself can be extremely undesirable. The author implies that individuals with plenty of idle hours are like passive animals waiting for death, and this state of idleness is ultimately a curse associated with old age. The quote highlights the importance of staying active and engaged in activities throughout life to avoid the negative consequences of idle and unoccupied time.

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Laziness

By H. L. Mencken

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