Quote by Cynthia Ozick

Wondrous hole! Magical hole! Dazzlingly influential hole! Noble and effulgent hole! From this hole everything follows logically: first the baby, then the placenta, then, for years and years and years until death, a way of life. It is all logic, and she who lives by the hole will live also by its logic. It is, appropriately, logic with a hole in it.

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Summary

This quote playfully emphasizes the significance and transformative power of a hole, metaphorically representing the act of birth and the subsequent path of life. The description of the hole as "magical," "dazzlingly influential," and "noble and effulgent" emphasizes its profound impact. The phrase "logic with a hole in it" suggests that life's journey may be guided by a certain logic, shaped by the initial birth, but also acknowledging the unpredictability and mysterious nature of existence. In essence, the quote invites reflection on the interconnectedness of life's experiences and how one's choices shape their unique path.

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