Empires and churches are born under the sun of death.
In "The Fall," Albert Camus explores the idea that empires and religious institutions often emerge in response to mortality and human suffering. He suggests that the inevitability of death shapes human experiences, prompting the establishment of structures and beliefs that provide meaning or order in a chaotic world. This reflection highlights the dual nature of existence, where creation often arises amidst despair.
The quote implies that the foundations of power and...