"As the fly bangs against the window attempting freedom while the door stands open, so we bang against death ignoring heaven"
- Douglas Horton
About this Quote
This quote is a metaphor for how people typically disregard the opportunities that are offered to them. The fly is banging versus the window, trying to leave, however the door is open and it could easily leave. Likewise, people typically ignore the opportunities that are available to them, such as the opportunity to go to paradise after death. Instead, they focus on trying to prevent death, although it is inescapable. This quote is a tip that we ought to take advantage of the opportunities that are offered to us, and not lose our time attempting to avoid the unavoidable. We should concentrate on taking advantage of our lives and accepting the chances that come our way.
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