Cities Quote by Anonymous
“Who knows the end? What has risen may sink, and what has sunk may rise. Loathsomeness waits and dreams in the deep, and decay spreads over the tottering cities of men.”
About This Quote
Life’s cycles are unpredictable; rise and fall, decay and renewal coexist, especially in human constructs.
In simple terms: Rise and fall are natural.
Accept impermanence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- personal setbacks
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to inevitable change?
- What can be learned from decay?
Predicting outcomes is impossible.