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Of all the gods only death does not desire gifts
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"Of all the gods only death does not desire gifts"

- Aeschylus

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This quote by Aeschylus speaks to the concept that death is the only thing in life that is specific and unavoidable. Death is the only thing that can not be bought or distributed. It is a tip that no matter how much wealth or power one might have, death will ultimately come for everybody. It is a suggestion that life is short lived which we ought to make the most of it while we can. Death is the excellent equalizer, and it is something that no one can leave. This quote works as a reminder to appreciate life and to maximize the time we have. It is a pointer that death is inevitable and that we ought to not take life for approved. It is a tip that death is the only thing that does not desire presents, and that it is something that we must all accept and embrace.

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Aeschylus This quote is written / told by Aeschylus between 525 BC and 456 BC. He was a famous Playwright from Greece. The author also have 84 other quotes.

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