Birth Quote by Francis Bacon
“What, then, remains but that we still should cry, For being born, and, being born, to die?”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays, 1625
Life is a cycle of birth and death, suggesting that existence is both a beginning and an inevitable end.
In simple terms: Life is birth and death.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the full cycle of life.
Themes
mortality
existence
philosophy
inevitability
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- death contemplation
- life purpose
- acceptance of mortality
Key Concepts
nihilism
stoicism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does accepting mortality change your daily choices?
- How can you find meaning amid inevitable death?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of living fully.
