Quotes With Meaning
Life will be wonderful when men no longer fear dying. When the last superstitions are thrown out and we meet death with the same equanimity as life. No longer will children's minds be twisted by evil gods whose fantastic origin is in those barbaric tribes who feared death and lightning, who feared life. That's it: life is the villain to to those who preach reward in death, through grace and eternal bliss, or through dark revenge.
Life will be wonderful when men no longer fear dying. When the last superstitions are thrown out and we meet death with the same equanimity as life. No longer will children's minds be twisted by evil gods whose fantastic origin is in those barbaric tribes who feared death and lightning, who feared life. That's it: life is the villain to to those who preach reward in death, through grace and eternal bliss, or through dark revenge.
This quote discusses the relationship between life, death, and human fear. Gore Vidal argues that true freedom in life comes when people no longer fear death, which he sees as rooted in outdated superstitions. He believes that when society abandons these fears, children will no longer be burdened by harmful beliefs about punishment or reward after death. Instead, they can approach both life and death with calmness and acceptance. Vidal criticizes the idea that life is inherently villainous, promoted by those who preach about rewards in the afterlife. By fostering a mindset that embraces life rather than fearing death, humanity can experience growth and liberation from oppressive ideas.