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Death and love are the two wings that bear the good man to heaven
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"Death and love are the two wings that bear the good man to heaven"

- Michelangelo

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This quote by Michelangelo recommends that death and love are essential components for an excellent individual to reach paradise. Simply as a bird requires 2 wings to fly, a good individual needs both death and love to go beyond to a higher spiritual airplane. In this sense, the quote highlights the value of leading a virtuous life filled with love and empathy, understanding that death is an unavoidable part of the journey towards heaven.

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Italy Flag This quote is written / told by Michelangelo between March 6, 1475 and March 18, 1564. He/she was a famous Artist from Italy. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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