Quote by George MacDonald

How strange this fear of death is! We are never frightened at a sunset.

How strange this fear of death is! We are never frightened a

Summary

This quote, attributed to George MacDonald, suggests that the fear of death is peculiar in comparison to other natural phenomena, such as sunset. It highlights the irony that humans often find beauty and peace in watching a sunset, yet have an innate fear and discomfort when confronted with the idea of mortality and the end of life. It implies that death is perhaps a misunderstood concept, triggering fear and anxiety, while in reality, it may hold its own kind of beauty and tranquility akin to a peaceful sunset.

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