Death Quote by Edward Young
“All men think that all men are mortal but themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "Night Thoughts" by Edward Young, 1742
Observes human tendency to assume others are mortal while seeing oneself as exempt.
In simple terms: People think others die, but not themselves.
Beware of self‑deception.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- ethical discussions
- psychology seminars
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you assume you are immune to common risks?
- How does this bias affect your decisions?
Self‑perception can be skewed.