Dear friends. I'm dying. Don't be upset. I began to die on July 6, 1917. That's the day I was born, and, in council with what our psalmist says, 'We who are born, are born to die.
Mitch Albom's "Have a Little Faith: a True Story" opens with a poignant reflection on life and mortality through the lens of a dying individual's thoughts. This person expresses a serene acceptance of their mortality, suggesting that death is an integral part of life that begins at birth. The phrase, "We who are born, are born to die," underscores the inevitability of death while promoting a message of understanding and peace about the life cycle.
The narrative encourages readers to contemplate their own lives and the meanings they derive from them. By framing death not with sadness but with a sense of inevitability and tranquility, the author prompts us to appreciate the moments we have, emphasizing faith and connection with others throughout our life journey.
