Quote by Pythagoras

If there be light, then there is darkness; if cold, heat; if height, depth; if solid, fluid; if hard, soft; if rough, smooth; if calm, tempest; if prosperity, adversity; if life, death.


If there be light, then there is darkness; if cold, heat; if

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of duality and the interconnectedness of opposing forces in the world. It suggests that contrasting elements exist in pairs, with one defining the other. By presenting a series of opposites such as light and darkness, cold and heat, it emphasizes that these opposing qualities are necessary for each other's existence. The quote teaches us to recognize and appreciate the balance between these opposing forces, illustrating that without one, the other loses its meaning and significance.

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By Pythagoras
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