Quote by Joseph Barber Lightfoot

The future is hidden by a dark impenetrable veil, and yet we struggle to pierce through it.

The future is hidden by a dark impenetrable veil, and yet we

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This quote highlights the uncertainty and mystery surrounding the future. It emphasizes how the future remains unknown and concealed from us, making it difficult to accurately predict and understand. Despite this, the quote suggests that humans are driven by an innate desire to unravel the mysteries of the future, pushing ourselves to overcome the barriers in order to gain glimpses of what lies ahead. It reflects our relentless pursuit of knowledge and our determination to uncover what the future holds, even in the face of its enigmatic nature.

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