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Worlds Quote by Jacques Roubaud

“all that a world could be, no matter what, is, somewhere, in some way. fullness of possibles, consistency. no matter which talking head, mine for example, adjacent to my body and why not against my face, the angel's, the black shadow face itself, but all the seats are taken, all the worlds…” quote by Jacques Roubaud
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““all that a world could be, no matter what, is, somewhere, in some way. fullness of possibles, consistency. no matter which talking head, mine for example, adjacent to my body and why not against my face, the angel's, the black shadow face itself, but all the seats are taken, all the worlds unavailable to you.””

Jacques Roubaud

About This Quote

Source Book: Les Natures, Jacques Roubaud, 1972

The quote suggests infinite potential exists in parallel realities, but access is limited by perception and circumstance.

In simple terms: Many possible worlds exist, but we can’t reach them all.

Key Takeaway

Recognize constraints while exploring possibilities.

Themes

possibility perception reality limit choice

Mood

contemplative introspective

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • creative brainstorming
  • philosophical writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

multiverse subjectivity existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What limits your perception of possibilities?
  • How can you expand your sense of what is possible?
A Different Perspective

Access to alternate realities may be purely speculative.

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