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That which is not, shall never be that which is, shall never cease to be. To the wise, these truths are self-evident
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"That which is not, shall never be; that which is, shall never cease to be. To the wise, these truths are self-evident"

- William Hazlitt

About this Quote

This quote by William Hazlitt speaks with the concept of impermanence and the cyclical nature of life. It suggests that absolutely nothing is long-term which everything remains in a continuous state of flux. The first part of the quote, "That which is not, will never ever be; that which is, shall never cease to be," implies that absolutely nothing is ever really gone, which everything remains in a state of consistent modification. The 2nd part of the quote, "To the sensible, these facts are self-evident," suggests that those who are sensible comprehend the fact of impermanence and accept it as part of life. This quote motivates us to accept the ever-changing nature of life and to be conscious of the reality that nothing is long-term. It reminds us to appreciate the present minute and to take advantage of our time here in the world.

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William Hazlitt This quote is written / told by William Hazlitt between April 10, 1778 and September 18, 1830. He was a famous Critic from England. The author also have 92 other quotes.

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