--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: We are entering a world where there won't…" description: "\"We are entering a world where there won't be one but two realities, just like we have two eyes or hear bass and treble tones, just like we now have ste..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28c/paul-virilio-2130_bass_we-are-entering-a-world-where-there-won_2774496.jpg" --- # We are entering a world where there won't be one but two… ![“We are entering a world where there won't be one but two realities, just like we have two eyes or hear bass and treble tones, just like we now have stereoscopy and stereophony: there will be two realities: the actual, and the virtual. Thus there is no simulation, but substitution. Reality has…” quote by Paul Virilio](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28c/paul-virilio-2130_bass_we-are-entering-a-world-where-there-won_2774496.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28c/paul-virilio-2130_bass_we-are-entering-a-world-where-there-won_2774496.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28c/paul-virilio-2130_bass_we-are-entering-a-world-where-there-won_2774496.jpg) > “We are entering a world where there won't be one but two realities, just like we have two eyes or hear bass and treble tones, just like we now have stereoscopy and stereophony: there will be two realities: the actual, and the virtual. Thus there is no simulation, but substitution. Reality has become symmetrical. The splitting of reality in two parts is a considerable event which goes far beyond simulation.” [Paul Virilio](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/paul-virilio/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. He predicts a split between physical and virtual realities, suggesting the virtual becomes a parallel, substitutive realm rather than a mere simulation. **In simple terms:** Two coexisting realities: real and virtual. Key Takeaway Recognize and navigate both physical and digital worlds. Themes technology reality future media philosophy Mood analytical cautious Type theoretical philosophical When to use this quote - design - education - policy making - personal interaction Key Concepts virtual reality dualism simulation media theory Questions to Reflect On - What responsibilities arise from living in dual realities? - How can we balance virtual immersion with real‑world engagement? 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