Quote by William Shakespeare

And nothing is, but what is not.

And nothing is, but what is not.

Summary

This quote is a fragment of a line from William Shakespeare's play Macbeth. It expresses the idea that everything we perceive or experience is fleeting and temporary. It suggests that existence itself is illusory and transient, implying a philosophical perspective influenced by concepts of nihilism or existentialism. In this context, it could also convey a sense of the characters' disillusionment and the transitory nature of their ambitions and desires. Overall, this quote prompts reflection on the impermanence of life and the notion that what we perceive as reality may not be as concrete as it seems.

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By William Shakespeare

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