Abyss Quote by Anna Komnene
“Time in its irresistible and ceaseless flow carries along on its flood all created things and drowns them in the depths of obscurity. . . . But the tale of history forms a very strong bulwark against the stream of time, and checks in some measure its irresistible flow, so that, of all things done in it, as many as history has taken over it secures and binds together, and does not allow them to slip away into the abyss of oblivion.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Alexiad by Anna Komnene, 12th century
History preserves deeds against time’s erasing force, acting as a bulwark that keeps achievements from fading.
In simple terms: History protects achievements from being forgotten.
Key Takeaway
Study and record history to safeguard legacy.
Themes
history
memory
legacy
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- archival work
- family genealogy
- cultural heritage
Key Concepts
preservation
chronology
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What stories are we losing?
- How can we ensure diverse histories survive?
A Different Perspective
History can be biased or incomplete, limiting its protective power.
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