I was born mortal, and I have been immortal for a long, foolish time, and one day I will be mortal again; so I know something that a unicorn cannot know. Whatever can die is beautiful-more beautiful than a unicorn, who lives forever, and who is the most beautiful creature in the world.
The quote reflects on the duality of existence, contrasting mortality and immortality. The speaker acknowledges their own journey from being mortal to experiencing immortality, culminating in the understanding that true beauty is rooted in the transient nature of life. The recognition that all that can perish holds a deeper beauty suggests a wisdom that transcends the timeless beauty of a unicorn.
This perspective elevates the concept of mortality, emphasizing that the...
