Quote by Jorge Luis Borges

The truth is that we live out our lives putting off all that can be put off perhaps we all know deep down that we are immortal and that sooner or later all men will do and know all things.

The truth is that we live out our lives putting off all that

Summary

This quote suggests that human beings often procrastinate and delay important tasks or decisions because, on some level, we believe we are immortal and will eventually have all the time in the world to accomplish everything. It implies that there is a subconscious belief in the limitless nature of human existence, leading us to put off our goals and responsibilities. However, the quote also hints at the inevitability of death and implies that in the grand scheme of things, every individual will eventually achieve all knowledge and experiences.

By Jorge Luis Borges

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