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I am about to take my last voyage, a great leap in the dark
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"I am about to take my last voyage, a great leap in the dark"

- Thomas Hobbes

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This quote by Thomas Hobbes is a reflection on the unpredictability of death. He is referring to his own mortality and the reality that death is an excellent unidentified. He is acknowledging that he is about to embark on his last journey, a journey that is shrouded in mystery and uncertainty. He knows that he has no control over what will occur after he passes away, and that he is taking a terrific leap into the darkness. This quote is a suggestion of the fragility of life and the value of maximizing the time we have. It is a tip to value the life we have and to make the most of it, as we never know when our last trip will be.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Thomas Hobbes between April 5, 1588 and December 4, 1679. He/she was a famous Philosopher from England. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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