Quote by John Berger

Modern thought has transferred the spectral character of Death to the notion of time itself. Time has become Death triumphant over all.


Modern thought has transferred the spectral character of Dea

Summary

This quote suggests that in modern thinking, the concept of time has taken on a sinister and morbid quality often associated with death. It implies that time has gained a dominant and all-encompassing power, representing the ultimate demise of everything. The idea conveys a sense of pessimism, emphasizing how time is perceived as an unstoppable force that brings an inevitable end to life and existence.

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By John Berger
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