Quote by Walter Benjamin

Every passion borders on the chaotic, but the collector's passion borders on the chaos of memories.

Every passion borders on the chaotic, but the collector's pa

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This quote suggests that while all passions have a tendency to become wild or disorderly, the passion of a collector is specifically inclined towards preserving memories. The collector's obsession is not just with acquiring objects, but with capturing moments and preserving the past. Their pursuit of collecting allows them to surround themselves with reminders of significant events and experiences, leading them to live in a world filled with the chaotic beauty of cherished memories.

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By Walter Benjamin

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