The dead teach us more through their absence than the living... - Democritus

"The dead teach us more through their absence than the living through their presence."

Democritus Death

Philosopher Ancient Greece 460–370

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"Happiness resides not in strength of body, but in strength of character."

"Man must either live well or make a good end."

"The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear."

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

"Death doesn't scare me anymore."

"Death and I are old friends."

"Welcome to my world."

"Death is just the beginning."