Famous quote by El Lissitzky

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The sun as the expression of old world energy is torn down from the heavens by modern man, who by virtue of his technolo
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"The sun as the expression of old world energy is torn down from the heavens by modern man, who by virtue of his technological superiority creates his own energy source"

- El Lissitzky

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This quote by El Lissitzky talks to the power of modern man and his technological superiority. It suggests that male has the power to take down the sun, which is viewed as a symbol of old world energy, and change it with his own energy source. This is a metaphor for how contemporary guy has the power to produce his own energy sources, such as electrical power, and no longer needs to depend on the sun for energy. This quote also speaks to the power of innovation and how it has enabled male to create his own energy sources and end up being independent from the sun. It is a reminder of how far male has come in terms of technological development and how it has permitted him to end up being more effective and independent.

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El Lissitzky This quote is written / told by El Lissitzky between November 23, 1890 and December 30, 1941. He was a famous Artist from Russia. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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