Quote by James Baldwin

For nothing is fixed, forever and forever and forever, it is not fixed; the earth is always shifting, the light is always changing, the sea does not cease to grind down rock. Generations do not cease to be born, and we are responsible to them because we are the only witnesses they have. The sea rises, the light fails, lovers cling to each other, and children cling to us. The moment we cease to hold each other, the sea engulfs us and the light goes out.

For nothing is fixed, forever and forever and forever, it is

Summary

This quote emphasizes the constant change and uncertainty inherent in the world. It suggests that nothing remains fixed, whether it be the earth, light, or even generations. It reminds us of our responsibility to future generations as the witnesses of their existence. The shifting sea, changing light, and the clinging of lovers and children symbolize the fragility of life and the importance of human connection. It serves as a reminder that as long as we continue to hold each other and maintain these connections, we can navigate the uncertainties of life and prevent ourselves from being consumed by the metaphorical sea and darkness.

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Generations

By James Baldwin

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