The Profound Journey of Mortality: Exploring the Human-Animal Distinction
Sub-title: Death—A Shared Destiny with a Unique Human Twist
Introduction:
In a world where life's ephemeral nature unites all living beings, humans stand apart in their profound awareness of their mortality. W. H. Auden captured this distinction with poignant eloquence, writing "All life comes to an end, but only we mortals know it." This simple yet evocative statement illuminates the inherent dread and awe that accompany our understanding of death's inevitability.
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