Death's a debt; his mandamus binds all alike-no bail, no demurrer.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Death is unavoidable and applies to everyone without exception or delay.
- In plain terms
- Everyone must die eventually with no exceptions.
- What can you take from it?
- Death is inevitable for all people.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does mortality shape your choices?
- What legacy do you leave?
Another view
Some philosophies argue death is not the final end.
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