Quote by Zora Neale Hurston

The present was an egg laid by the past that had the future inside its shell.

The present was an egg laid by the past that had the future

Summary

This quote highlights the connectedness and continuity of time. It suggests that the present moment is a result of the past and also contains the potential for the future. Just as an egg holds the potential for new life, the present is seen as a vessel that carries forward the impact of the past and holds the promise of what is to come. It emphasizes that the present is not isolated, but rather a product of the preceding moments and an opportunity for the future.

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