Of the eternal incorporeal substance nothing is changed…
“Of the eternal incorporeal substance nothing is changed, is formed or deformed, but there always remains only that thing which cannot be a subject of dissolution, since it is not possible that it be a subject of composition, and therefore, either of itself or by accident, it cannot be said to die.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The unchanging, non‑material essence cannot be created, destroyed, or die because it is beyond composition and dissolution.
In simple terms: An immutable substance cannot be created or destroyed.
Key Takeaway
Recognize what is truly eternal.
Themes
philosophy
metaphysics
eternity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
metaphysical
When to use this quote
- Contemplation
- spiritual practice
- scientific inquiry
Key Concepts
Substance
non‑materiality
immutability
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of reality seem unchangeable?
- How does this view affect attitudes toward mortality?
A Different Perspective
It may be abstract and hard to verify empirically.