Life is short, death is long, days are narrow, and years are wide.

Matshona Dhliwayo
Life is short, death is long, days are narrow, and...
Life is short, death is long, days are narrow, and...
Life is short, death is long, days are narrow, and...
Life is short, death is long, days are narrow, and...
About This Quote

Life is short, death is long, days are narrow, and years are wide. By saying this quote, the man was encouraging people to enjoy what they can while they can. This is particularly important when it comes to the final hours in the life. The person in this quote was saying that whatever you can do in your lifetime should be done in haste.

Do not waste your time, do not waste your life doing things that are not necessary. The idea of this quote is that all priorities should be placed on how much time you have left in this world. If you live every day like it’s your last then when your last day comes you will be ready to pass on to another place.

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