Quote by Augusto Roa Bastos

The things that have come into being change continually. The man with a good memory remembers nothing because he forgets nothing.

The things that have come into being change continually. The

Summary

This quote reflects the impermanent nature of things in life. It suggests that everything around us is constantly changing and evolving. The second part of the quote challenges the notion of a good memory, stating that a person with a remarkable memory may remember nothing due to their inability to forget. It emphasizes the importance of both remembering and forgetting in order to adapt and thrive in a world of constant change.

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By Augusto Roa Bastos

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