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Quote by Parmenides

“Gaze steadfastly at things which, though far away, are yet present to the mind.”

Quote by Parmenides

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Parmenides, born in 502 BC, was a renowned Greek philosopher whose ideas had a profound impact on the history of Western philosophy. He is best known for his doctrine of being, which states that 'Being is' and 'Non-being is not.' Parmenides' philosophy laid the groundwork for subsequent discussions on existence and essence, particularly influencing thinkers like Plato and Aristotle. more

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