Quote by Epicurus

It is possible to provide security against other ills, but as far as death is concerned, we men live in a city without walls.

It is possible to provide security against other ills, but a

Summary

This quote suggests that while individuals may find ways to protect themselves from various risks and dangers in life, no one can avoid the inevitable fate of death. It likens life to residing in a city without fortifications, implying that there are no impenetrable barriers that can shield one from the ultimate vulnerability and finality of death. In this context, "other ills" may refer to illnesses, accidents, or calamities that humans can try to safeguard against, but death remains an inherent part of our existence that cannot be escaped or secured against.

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By Epicurus

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