Quote by Boris Pasternak

No one makes history, no one sees it happen, no one sees the grass grow.

No one makes history, no one sees it happen, no one sees the

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This quote emphasizes the idea that significant events and changes in history often occur without immediate perception or recognition by individuals. It implies that history is a process that unfolds quietly and gradually, just like how one does not witness the growth of grass. It suggests that while humans may strive to make an impact or actively observe historical moments, the true essence of historical significance might go unnoticed or be appreciated only in hindsight.

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