Quote by Abbey Lincoln

I think that's what really a substantial work is, it's forever. It's the truth now and it was the truth then, and it will be the truth tomorrow.

I think that's what really a substantial work is, it's forev

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This quote emphasizes the timeless nature of substantial work. It suggests that genuine quality and truthfulness don't change over time. Such work remains relevant and meaningful in the present, just as it did in the past, and will continue to hold true in the future. It implies that lasting impact and enduring value can be found in creations that resonate with universal truths, transcending the limitations of time and remaining significant across generations.

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