The disembodied spirit is immortal; there is nothing of it that can grow old or die. But the embodied spirit sees death on the horizon as soon as its day dawns.
Thomas HobbesAbout author
- Author's profession: Philosopher
- Nationality: english
- Born: April 5, 1588
- Died: December 4, 1679
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