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“And since all things have been named light and night and things corresponding to their powers for each, everything is full alike of light and invisible night, both equal since nothing has a share in neither.” quote by Parmedides
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“And since all things have been named light and night and things corresponding to their powers for each, everything is full alike of light and invisible night, both equal since nothing has a share in neither.”

Parmedides

About This Quote

Source Fragmentary: On Nature, 5th century BCE

All things are equally composed of light and darkness, sharing no exclusive claim to either.

In simple terms: Light and dark are equally present in everything.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the balance of opposites in reality.

Themes

philosophy metaphysics duality balance

Mood

contemplative neutral

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • scientific observation
  • artistic composition
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

existence unity contradiction

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean for something to be both light and dark?
  • How does this balance affect our perception of truth?
A Different Perspective

The statement may oversimplify complex phenomena.

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