Old age is the most unexpected of things that can happen to a man.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Growing old is surprising because people often do not expect to live that long.
- In plain terms
- Old age catches people by surprise.
- What can you take from it?
- Age is often unexpected until it arrives.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we feel age is sudden?
- How does life affect expectations?
Another view
Some people expect old age and plan for it.
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