Quote by Victor Hugo
I am a soul. I know well that what I shall render up to the grave is not myself. That which is myself will go elsewhere. Earth, thou art not my abyss!
Summary
This quote emphasizes the belief in the immortality of the soul and the idea that physical death is merely a transition to another existence. The speaker recognizes that the body, which will eventually return to the earth, is not synonymous with their true identity ("myself"). Instead, they assert that their essence or soul will continue to exist beyond the grave. By stating "Earth, thou art not my abyss," the quote suggests that death is not the end but rather a passage to an unknown realm.
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By Victor Hugo
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