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Centuries Quote by Isaac Asimov

“centuries would yet pass before the mighty works of fifty generations of humans would decay past use. Only the declining powers of men, themselves, rendered them useless now.” quote by Isaac Asimov
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““centuries would yet pass before the mighty works of fifty generations of humans would decay past use. Only the declining powers of men, themselves, rendered them useless now.””

Isaac Asimov

About This Quote

Human achievements decay over centuries, yet decline often stems from humanity's own failures.

In simple terms: Great works fade; decline is human.

Key Takeaway

Preserve and learn from past achievements.

Themes

history legacy humanity

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical historical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • museum curation
  • policy making

Key Concepts

philosophy civilization

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we sustain knowledge?
  • What causes societal decline?
A Different Perspective

Preservation alone can't stop decay.

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