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“One generation passes away, and another generation comes; But the earth abides forever. + 5The sun also rises, and the sun goes down, And hastens to the place where it arose. 6The wind goes toward the south, And turns around to the north; The wind whirls about continually, And comes again on its…” quote by Anonymous
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““One generation passes away, and another generation comes;    But the earth abides forever. +    5The sun also rises, and the sun goes down,    And hastens to the place where it arose.    6The wind goes toward the south,    And turns around to the north;    The wind whirls about continually,    And comes again on its circuit.    7All the rivers run into the sea,    Yet the sea is not full;    To the place from which the rivers come,    There they return again.””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Poem: Traditional Buddhist verse, unknown source

The earth endures while generations and celestial cycles repeat, illustrating the constancy of nature versus human transience.

In simple terms: Nature persists while humans and suns rise and set.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the fleeting nature of human concerns.

Themes

impermanence nature continuity

Mood

contemplative tranquil

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • environmental stewardship
  • philosophical contemplation

Key Concepts

cyclical time cosmic order spiritual reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of life feel temporary?
  • How can this perspective influence daily choices?
A Different Perspective

Human concerns are temporary compared to Earth's endless cycles.

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