Quote by E. M. Cioran

A civilization is destroyed only when its gods are destroyed.

A civilization is destroyed only when its gods are destroyed

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This quote suggests that the downfall of a civilization occurs when its belief systems, values, and principles are dismantled or abandoned. It implies that gods or higher powers serve as symbols of unity, morality, and guidance within a society. When these gods are disregarded, it signifies a loss of faith and a rupture of the societal fabric, ultimately leading to the demise of the civilization as a whole.

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