Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll

I would rather live and love where death is king than have eternal life where love is not.

I would rather live and love where death is king than have e

Summary

This quote highlights the importance and value of love in our lives. It suggests that the experience of living and being able to love, even in the face of the inevitable eventuality of death, is more meaningful and desirable than having eternal life without the presence or existence of love. It emphasizes that love is a fundamental and irreplaceable aspect of human existence that enriches and gives purpose to our lives.

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By Robert Green Ingersoll

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