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“Take me as godfather." The man asked, "Who art thou?" "I am Death, and I make all equal." Then said the man, "Thou art the right one, thou takest the rich as well as the poor, without distinction; thou shalt be godfather." Death answered, "I will make thy child rich and famous, for he who has me…” quote by Anonymous
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“Take me as godfather." The man asked, "Who art thou?" "I am Death, and I make all equal." Then said the man, "Thou art the right one, thou takest the rich as well as the poor, without distinction; thou shalt be godfather." Death answered, "I will make thy child rich and famous, for he who has me for a friend can lack nothing.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Death claims to equalize all, offering wealth and fame to those who befriend him, suggesting power over life’s outcomes.

In simple terms: Death says he makes everyone equal, offering riches.

Key Takeaway

Beware of bargains that promise too much.

Themes

mortality equality temptation

Mood

skeptical reflective

Type

cautionary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • risk assessment
  • spiritual contemplation

Key Concepts

mythology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you trade for immortality?
  • Is equality truly achieved through death?
A Different Perspective

The offer may be a trap leading to ruin.

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