The tragedy of life is what dies inside a man while he lives.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The greatest tragedy is the loss of inner life or spirit while a person is still physically alive.
- In plain terms
- The saddest thing is losing your inner spirit.
- What can you take from it?
- Protect your inner life to avoid living a dead existence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What kills the spirit?
- How do you keep your inner life alive?
Another view
Physical survival might sometimes be the only option in dire circumstances.
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