The strangest of our powers Is the courage to live Knowing that we will die, Knowing nothing more true.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human courage lies in living fully despite knowing death is certain.
- In plain terms
- It takes bravery to live when you know you will die.
- What can you take from it?
- Accepting mortality can strengthen how we live.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you face the future?
- What gives you strength?
Another view
Not everyone finds courage in accepting death.
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