Quote by Nikos Kazantzakis

By believing passionately in something that still does not exist, we create it. The nonexistent is whatever we have not sufficiently desired.

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Summary

This quote suggests that our beliefs and desires have the power to shape our reality. It asserts that when we have a strong passion and belief in something, even if it currently doesn't exist, we have the potential to bring it into being through our thoughts, actions, and aspirations. It further implies that if something remains nonexistent, it is because we have not desired it strongly enough or given it enough attention and focus. Ultimately, it highlights the creative power of our beliefs and desires in manifesting the world we envision.

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By Nikos Kazantzakis

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