Quote by Jean Baudrillard

The world is not dialectical -- it is sworn to extremes, not to equilibrium, sworn to radical antagonism, not to reconciliation or synthesis. This is also the principle of evil.

The world is not dialectical -- it is sworn to extremes, not

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This quote suggests that the world operates on extremes rather than finding a balance or middle ground. It implies that the nature of existence is characterized by intense opposition and conflict, rather than seeking harmony or compromise. The quote also draws parallel to evil, suggesting that the extreme and antagonistic tendencies of the world are connected to the idea of evil. Overall, it presents a bleak perspective on the nature of the world and its inherent tendency towards radical opposition rather than seeking resolution or synthesis.

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