Quote by Henry Fuseli

Nature is a collective idea, and, though its essence exist in each individual of the species, can never in its perfection inhabit a single object.

Nature is a collective idea, and, though its essence exist i

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This quote suggests that nature is a concept that is shared among all individuals, and while each individual possesses qualities of nature, it cannot be completely encapsulated by any single object. It implies that nature encompasses the entirety of existence and cannot be limited or confined to a single entity. Instead, nature's essence is present in every individual, collectively shaping the interconnectedness and oneness of the natural world.

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