Quote by William Drummond
All that the hand of man can uprear, is either overturned by the hand of man, or at length by standing and continuing consumed: as if there were a secret opposition in Fate (the unevitable decree of the Eternal) to control our industry, and countercheck all our devices and proposing. Possessions are not enduring, children lose their names. . . .
Summary
This quote suggests that everything that humans build or create is ultimately destroyed or consumed, either by humans themselves or by the passing of time. It implies that there is an inherent opposition in the forces of fate, which seemingly aim to undermine human endeavors and hinder the achievements of our plans and ambitions. It highlights the temporary nature of possessions and the significance of our heritage, as even children eventually lose the recognition of their names.
Topics
Fate & Destiny
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