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“We the living are to blame for the painfulness of being dead.” quote by Mokokoma Mokhonoana
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““We the living are to blame for the painfulness of being dead.””

Mokokoma Mokhonoana

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled, 2018

Living beings cause the pain of death through their actions.

In simple terms: Our deeds cause suffering.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on impact.

Themes

ethics responsibility existence suffering

Mood

thoughtful somber

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • environmental impact
  • social justice

Key Concepts

moral philosophy free will

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities arise from this view?
  • Can we mitigate suffering?
A Different Perspective

Complex to, may oversimplify.

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