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“Quid quid movetur ab alio movetur"(nothing moves without having been moved).” quote by Aristotle
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“Quid quid movetur ab alio movetur"(nothing moves without having been moved).”

Aristotle

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Source Treat: Nicomachean Ethics, 4th century BC

Movement depends on a prior mover; nothing can begin without being set in motion.

In simple terms: All motion requires a prior cause.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the need for initial impetus.

Themes

causality motion dependence

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • science experiments
  • personal change
  • project initiation

Key Concepts

philosophy metaphysics determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What initiates your actions?
  • Can motion arise without a clear cause?
A Different Perspective

The quote may ignore spontaneous or emergent phenomena.

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