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“I believe the world grows near its end, yet is neither old nor decayed, nor will ever perish upon the ruins of its own principles.” quote by Thomas Browne
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“I believe the world grows near its end, yet is neither old nor decayed, nor will ever perish upon the ruins of its own principles.”

Thomas Browne

About This Quote

Source Book: Pseudodoxia Epidemica, 1646

The world’s end is a paradox of decay and renewal, defying simple categorization.

In simple terms: World nears end yet persists.

Key Takeaway

Embrace paradoxical change.

Themes

paradox renewal impermanence

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • environmental crisis
  • cultural shifts
  • personal aging

Key Concepts

cosmology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs of renewal do you see?
  • How can we act amid uncertainty?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations may be overly pessimistic.

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