“The best argument I know for an immortal life is the existence of a man who deserves one.”
— William James
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Some people live such good, kind, and inspiring lives that you can't help but think they deserve to live forever. Imagine someone like Mother Teresa, who spent her entire life helping the poor and the sick. Her actions made such a positive impact on the world that many people feel it's only fair for her to have an eternal life as a reward for her goodness. This idea suggests that when we see someone who does so much good, it makes us believe that they should continue to exist beyond their earthly life. So, if we look at extraordinary people and think they should be immortal, it supports the idea that immortality might be possible. People can apply this by aiming to lead lives that inspire and make a lasting difference.
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Afterlife Deserving Existence Humanity Immortality Inspiration Life Morality Philosophy Virtue
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