Quote by Onwuka Emeka

we try so hard to live free, only to die and be confined to a brass prison

we try so hard to live free, only to die and be confined to

Summary

This quote suggests that despite our efforts to live a life of freedom and liberty, death ultimately confines us to a restrictive and unchanging state. The metaphor of a "brass prison" implies a lack of freedom or movement, emphasizing the idea that death limits our existence and potential for growth. The quote reminds us of the transitory nature of life, highlighting the paradoxical struggle of seeking freedom throughout our lives, only to face the ultimate constraint in death.

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Philosophy

By Onwuka Emeka

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