He should be happy because he can think about the unhappiness of others!Hes stupid if he doesnt know other peoples unhappiness is theirs,And isnt cured from the outside,Because suffering isnt like running out of ink,Or a trunk not having iron bands!There being injustice is like there being death.

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Themes

  • Death — Contemplations on mortality, loss, and the legacy we leave
  • Happiness — Thoughts on finding joy, contentment, and fulfilment
  • Truth — Meditations on honesty, authenticity, and the search for truth

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