Quote by Miguel de Cervantes

Now blessings light on him that first invented this same sleep: it covers a man all over, thoughts and all, like a cloak; 'tis meat for the hungry, drink for the thirsty, heat for the cold, and cold for the hot. 'Tis the current coin that purchases all the pleasures of the world cheap; and the balance that sets the king and the shepherd, the fool and the wise-man even. There is only one thing...that I dislike in sleep; 'tis that it resembles death; there's very little difference between a man in his first sleep, and a man in his last sleep.

Now blessings light on him that first invented this same sle

Summary

This quote highlights the importance and benefits of sleep. It praises the invention of sleep, as it provides rest and respite for the body and mind. Sleep is portrayed as a protective cloak that engulfs a person, providing nourishment, warmth, and comfort. It is depicted as a universal currency that grants access to all the pleasures in life and equalizes individuals regardless of their social status or intellect. However, the speaker acknowledges the one drawback of sleep: it closely resembles death, blurring the line between a person's initial sleep and their final eternal slumber.

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