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Drown in a cold vat of whiskey? Death, where is thy sting?
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"Drown in a cold vat of whiskey? Death, where is thy sting?"

- W. C. Fields

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This quote by W. C. Fields is a funny take on the idea of death. By recommending that one might drown in a cold barrel of whiskey, Fields is indicating that death might be a pleasant experience. He is also making a referral to the Bible verse, "O death, where is thy sting?" which is a rhetorical question asking why death needs to be feared. By suggesting that one might drown in scotch, Fields is indicating that death could be a pleasant experience, which it must not be feared. He is likewise satirizing the idea of death, suggesting that it could be an enjoyable and pleasurable experience. In this way, Fields is utilizing humor to play down the idea of death, and to recommend that it should not be feared.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by W. C. Fields between January 29, 1880 and December 25, 1946. He/she was a famous Comedian from USA. The author also have 51 other quotes.

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