Advent Quote by Frederick Lenz
“Long before the advent of what scientists and scholars consider to be the beginning of human civilization, there was an age undreamed of ... the age of Atlantis.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Secret of Atlantis by Frederick Lenz, 1990
Describes a mythic, pre‑civilization age called Atlantis, suggesting a lost era of wonder and possibility.
In simple terms: A forgotten, wondrous age existed before civilization.
Key Takeaway
Explore imagination and wonder about humanity’s origins.
Themes
myth
history
imagination
Mood
inspirational
contemplative
Type
mythical
speculative
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- education
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Atlantis
lost civilizations
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the idea of Atlantis inspire in you?
- How can myth shape our view of history?
A Different Perspective
Historical evidence for Atlantis is lacking.
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