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“some we know to be dead even though they walk among us; some are not yet born though they go through all the forms of life; other are hundreds of years old though they call themselves thirty-six” quote by Virginia Woolf
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“some we know to be dead even though they walk among us; some are not yet born though they go through all the forms of life; other are hundreds of years old though they call themselves thirty-six”

Virginia Woolf

About This Quote

Life includes the dead walking among us, unborn yet present, and ancient souls masquerading as youth.

In simple terms: Life blurs age and identity.

Key Takeaway

Question appearances.

Themes

existence identity time

Mood

thoughtful enigmatic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • literature
  • psychology
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophical metaphysical

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize hidden ages?
  • What does “old souls” mean to you?
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