We are all born originals, why is it so many of us die copies

• We are all born originals, why is it so many of us die copies
• Be wise with speed. A fool at forty is a fool indeed.
• A God all mercy is a God unjust.
• Too low they build, who build beneath the stars.
• Procrastination is the thief of time.
• All men think all men are mortal but themselves.
• Some for renown, on scraps of learning dote, And think they grow immortal as they quote.
• Much learning shows how little mortals know; much wealth, how little worldings enjoy.