Quote by Baltasar Gracian
At twenty a man is a peacock, at thirty a lion, at forty a camel, at fifty a serpent, at sixty a dog, at seventy an ape, at eighty a nothing at all.
Summary
This quote describes the changing perceptions and roles people have at different stages of life. In their twenties, individuals may be characterized by their youthful exuberance and display themselves confidently like peacocks. As they enter their thirties, they become more assertive and powerful like lions. By the age of forty, however, they become burdened with responsibilities and begin to take on a more enduring, patient, and humble nature resembling that of a camel. The quote further highlights how society tends to diminish the value or vitality of individuals as they grow older, reaching a point where they are eventually perceived as insignificant or irrelevant.
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