Quote by Friedrich von Schiller

What shall he fear that does not fear death.

What shall he fear that does not fear death.

Summary

This quote suggests that if someone does not fear death, they have nothing else to be afraid of. It implies that the concept of death is the scariest thing one can face, and if an individual can conquer that fear, they are fearless in the face of all other challenges or obstacles. It implies that death, being unknown and final, holds a significant power over the human psyche, and if someone can overcome that fear, they are liberated from any other fears they may have.

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By Friedrich von Schiller

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