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Death Quote by Edgar Rice Burroughs

“Death, only, renders hope futile.” quote by Edgar Rice Burroughs
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“Death, only, renders hope futile.”

Edgar Rice Burroughs

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Land That Time Forgot” by Edgar Rice Burroughs, 1918

When death is inevitable, hope can seem meaningless, yet hope drives perseverance despite mortality.

In simple terms: Death makes hope feel futile, yet it fuels action.

Key Takeaway

Find purpose beyond fear of death.

Themes

mortality hope existentialism

Mood

somber determined

Type

existential inspirational

When to use this quote

  • war zones
  • terminal illness
  • creative pursuits
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives you hope when facing mortality?
  • Can hope exist without belief in outcomes?
A Different Perspective

Hope may be irrational in extreme despair.

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