Quote by Franz Kafka

The history of mankind is the instant between two strides taken by a traveler.

The history of mankind is the instant between two strides ta

Summary

This quote by French philosopher Henri Amiel suggests that the entire history of humanity can be encapsulated in a fleeting moment, akin to the space between two steps taken by a traveler. It implies that the vastness of our collective actions, accomplishments, and failures throughout time is condensed into a brief instant. It highlights the transitory nature of our existence in the grand scheme of things, emphasizing the ephemerality and fleetingness of our accomplishments and the brevity of our time on Earth.

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By Franz Kafka

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