Quote by George Etherege
““Were it not madness to deny To live because we're sure to die?””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Man of Mode by George Etherege, 1676
Denial of life is irrational because death is inevitable; living fully is essential.
In simple terms: Denying life is madness.
Live fully despite mortality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily decisions
- health choices
- risk taking
- long-term planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “live fully” mean to you?
- How do you balance risk and safety?
It may oversimplify complex reasons for self-preservation.