Quote by Renee Winegarten

Old age cannot be cured. An epoch or a civilization cannot be prevented from breathing its last. A natural process that happens to all flesh and all human manifestations cannot be arrested. You can only wring your hands and utter a beautiful swan song.

Old age cannot be cured. An epoch or a civilization cannot b

Summary

This quote conveys the inevitability of certain processes in life. It suggests that we cannot avoid or reverse old age, nor can we prevent the decline and ultimate end of an era or civilization. It likens these phenomena to a natural, universal process that affects all living beings and human creations. The quote implies that instead of resisting or fighting against these transitions, one can only come to terms with them and find solace in expressing them elegantly, just like a beautiful swan song before the end.

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By Renee Winegarten

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