Age Quote by Sophocles
“Not even old age knows how to love death.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Even the elderly cannot escape the inevitability of death.
In simple terms: Old age does not protect from death.
Key Takeaway
Accept mortality at any age.
Themes
mortality
age
inevitability
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elder care
- end‑of‑life planning
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront aging and death?
- What practices help embrace mortality?
A Different Perspective
Denial of death can hinder meaningful living.
