Quote by Josh Billings

Threescore years and ten is enough; if a man can't suffer all the misery he wants in that time, he must be numb.

Threescore years and ten is enough; if a man can't suffer al

Summary

This quote suggests that the average lifespan of seventy years is sufficient for a person to experience a significant amount of suffering or hardships. It implies that if one cannot endure their desired amount of misery within this timeframe, they must be emotionally detached or unfeeling. The quote highlights the idea that a lifespan of seventy years should provide ample opportunities to encounter and overcome various challenges that life presents.

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Life

By Josh Billings

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