Infallible Quote by Margaret Atwood

““She was an infallible prophetess, and these powers came from her ability to look into the patterns of the universe.””

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

Source Novel: Oryx and Crake, 2003

A prophetess’s power stems from perceiving universal patterns, making her seemingly infallible.

In simple terms: Seeing patterns grants prophetic insight.

Key Takeaway

Study patterns to anticipate trends.

Themes

prophecy patterns universe insight

Mood

inquisitive optimistic

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

business forecasting
scientific research
personal decision‑making

Key Concepts

systems thinking intuition knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

What patterns can you identify in your field?
How does recognizing patterns influence your choices?

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