Once you take a life, that’s it. I don’t even deserve to be here.
Meaning of the quote
This quote is sad and shows how taking someone's life is a terrible thing. The person who said this, Mark David Chapman, felt that after he did such a horrible act, he didn't even deserve to live anymore. It's a powerful message about the consequences of violence and how it can haunt someone for the rest of their life.
About Mark David Chapman
Mark David Chapman is an American man who murdered famous musician John Lennon in 1980. Chapman was a fan of the Beatles but became infuriated by Lennon’s lavish lifestyle and public statements. He shot Lennon outside his apartment building and later pled guilty, being sentenced to 20 years to life in prison.
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