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“At one time through love all things come together into one, at another time through strife s hatred, they are borne each of them apart.” quote by Empedocles
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“At one time through love all things come together into one, at another time through strife s hatred, they are borne each of them apart.”

Empedocles

About This Quote

Source Fragment: On Love and Strife, Empedocles, c. 450 BC

Love unites everything into one, while conflict separates them, each force pulling things apart.

In simple terms: Love unites, strife separates.

Key Takeaway

Balance opposing forces.

Themes

philosophy metaphysics psychology

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical psychological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • creative collaboration

Key Concepts

unity division duality

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does love become domination?
  • How can strife be constructive?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on one side can cause imbalance.

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