Quote by Edward Fitzgerald

Strange, is it not? That of the myriads who Before us pass'd the door of Darkness through, Not one returns to tell us of the Road Which to discover we must travel too.

Strange, is it not? That of the myriads who Before us pass'd

Summary

This quote reflects on the mysterious and existential nature of death. It suggests that despite the many people who have experienced passing into the unknown realm of death, none have returned to share their experiences with the living. It highlights the enigma of death and emphasizes the inevitability of each person's journey on the same unknown path, as everyone must eventually face their own mortality.

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By Edward Fitzgerald

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