"If we don’t know life, how can we know death?" ― Confucius Topic(s): Death More From Confucius "The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools." "He who learns but does not think, is lost! He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger." "They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom." More In Death "I’m more afraid of marriage than death."― Shakira "Death and life have their determined appointments; riches and honors depend upon heaven."― Confucius "Death is an absolute marvel."― William Shatner