Abundance Quote by Plutarch
“It is no great wonder if in long process of time, while fortune takes her course hither and thither, numerous coincidences should spontaneously occur. If the number and variety of subjects to be wrought upon be infinite, it is all the more easy for fortune, with such an abundance of material, to effect this similarity of results.”
About This Quote
Source Work: Moralia, Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans, 2nd century AD
Fortune’s random actions produce many coincidences because of the vast range of events and subjects.
In simple terms: Random events cause coincidences due to many possibilities.
Key Takeaway
Expect unexpected parallels in life.
Themes
chance
coincidence
fortune
history
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- business trends
- scientific discoveries
- social movements
Key Concepts
probability
determinism
historical patterns
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you attribute meaning to random events?
- How does recognizing chance affect your expectations?
A Different Perspective
Coincidences may be overinterpreted as meaningful patterns.
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