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“Since it is possible to imagine either one or the other concept theoretically, it is impossible to defend this “concept” even theoretically or as a hypothesis. Infinity is only a potential, not an actuality. The Being and Nothingness are “finite” as actualities and infinite as potential…” quote by Dejan Stojanovic
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““Since it is possible to imagine either one or the other concept theoretically, it is impossible to defend this “concept” even theoretically or as a hypothesis. Infinity is only a potential, not an actuality. The Being and Nothingness are “finite” as actualities and infinite as potential. Nothingness cannot have any potential per se, yet the Being cannot exercise its potential without the Nothingness with no potential. The lack of any potential of the One feeds the potential of the Other. The power of Nothingness is equally “forceful” as the power of the Being. Without Nothingness's “forceless” force, there would be no force of the Being or the possibility to exercise its power in creating the World (the Universe). Absolute passivity of Nonbeing is equally vital as the activity or dominance of the Being.””

Dejan Stojanovic

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Source Essay: Philosophical Treatise on Being and Nothingness, 2015

The passage argues that being and nothingness are interdependent, each providing the potential for the other, and that both activity and passivity are essential for creation.

In simple terms: Being and nothingness need each other to create existence.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the value of both action and stillness.

Themes

philosophy metaphysics duality creation balance

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

theoretical reflective

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative work
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual practice
  • scientific theory

Key Concepts

potential interdependence existence nonbeing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance activity and stillness in your life?
  • What role does nothingness play in your creative process?
A Different Perspective

It may be overly abstract for practical application without concrete examples.

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