Quote by Desiderius Erasmus
The nearer people approach old age the closer they return to a sem

The nearer people approach old age the closer they return to a semblance of childhood, until the time comes for them to depart this life, again like children, neither tired of living nor aware of death. – Desiderius Erasmus

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