Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Old age is a tyrant, who forbids, under pain of death, the pleasures of youth.

Old age is a tyrant, who forbids, under pain of death, the p

Summary

This quote suggests that old age restricts individuals from enjoying the pleasures and freedoms typically associated with youth. It portrays old age as a tyrant, imposing strict limitations on individuals, insinuating that they are forbidden from indulging in youthful joys and experiences. The usage of the phrase "under pain of death" emphasizes the severity of the consequences that come with defying these restrictions. Therefore, the quote illustrates the loss of freedom and enjoyment that can come with the passage of time and aging.

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By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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