Quote by Persius

Out of nothing can come, and nothing can become nothing.

Out of nothing can come, and nothing can become nothing.

Summary

This quote suggests that out of nothingness, something can emerge or be created, but once there is nothing, there can be no transformation or further creation. It highlights the potential for creation from the absence of substance, emphasizing that nothingness can be a starting point for new beginnings. However, it also underscores the idea that without some form of existence or substance, there can be no continuation or existence of anything.

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