Quote by Marquis de Sade

The primary and most beautiful of Nature's qualities is motion, which agitates her at all times, but this motion is simply a perpetual consequence of crimes, she conserves it by means of crimes only.

The primary and most beautiful of Nature's qualities is moti

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This quote highlights that the fundamental and captivating characteristic of nature is its constant motion. However, the quote suggests that this motion is a result of perpetual disturbances or "crimes" committed within nature. It implies that nature maintains and sustains this motion through a cycle of disturbances and regenerations. This perspective sheds light on the interconnectedness of natural processes and the idea that disturbances, such as death and decay, are essential for the continuation and balance of life in nature.

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