Quote by Charles Babbage

Another mode of accumulating power arises from lifting a weight and then allowing it to fall.

Another mode of accumulating power arises from lifting a wei

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a method of accumulating power by exerting force to lift a weight and then intentionally releasing it to let it fall. This can be interpreted metaphorically, implying that power can be gained by initiating actions or making efforts, and then strategically stepping back to let events unfold and influence outcomes. It highlights the idea that power can be harnessed and increased through a combination of intentional exertion and strategic timing.

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By Charles Babbage

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