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But men must know, that in this theatre of mans life it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers on
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"But men must know, that in this theatre of man's life it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers on"

- Francis Bacon

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This quote by Francis Bacon is a pointer that in life, we are all stars on a phase. We are the ones who need to make choices and act, while God and angels are the viewers. This quote is a pointer that we are all accountable for our own actions which we must not rely on divine intervention to make decisions for us. It is also a pointer that God and angels are enjoying us, and that we should strive to make decisions that are in line with their will. This quote is a tip that we should make every effort to live a life that is pleasing to God which we ought to not take our lives for given. We need to bear in mind our actions and strive to make decisions that are in line with God's will.

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Francis Bacon This quote is written / told by Francis Bacon between January 21, 1561 and April 9, 1626. He was a famous Philosopher from England. The author also have 104 other quotes.

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