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I had seen birth and death but had thought they were different
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"I had seen birth and death but had thought they were different"

- T. S. Eliot

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This quote by T. S. Eliot talks to the concept that life is a cycle, and that birth and death are two sides of the exact same coin. Eliot is suggesting that although he had actually seen both birth and death, he had not totally understood the connection in between them. He had not recognized that birth and death belong to the very same procedure, and that life is a constant cycle. This quote talks to the concept that life is a journey, and that death is simply a part of that journey. It likewise talks to the idea that life is precious, which we need to treasure every minute of it. Eliot's quote is a reminder that life is short lived, which we need to maximize it while we can.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by T. S. Eliot between September 26, 1888 and January 4, 1965. He/she was a famous Poet from USA. The author also have 55 other quotes.

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