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“¿Y no es extraordinario que, desparecidas las causas, persistan los efectos? ¿Y que los efectos oculten a las causas?” quote by Octavio Paz
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““¿Y no es extraordinario que, desparecidas las causas, persistan los efectos? ¿Y que los efectos oculten a las causas?””

Octavio Paz

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

When causes disappear, effects persist, and effects can conceal causes, highlighting hidden interdependence.

In simple terms: Effects can hide their causes.

Key Takeaway

Seek underlying causes.

Themes

cause‑effect mystery interdependence

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • scientific research
  • investigative journalism
  • personal introspection

Key Concepts

philosophy systems theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden causes influence your life?
  • How do you uncover concealed effects?
A Different Perspective

Complex systems may resist simple explanations.

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