Living substance conquers the frenzy of destruction only in the ecstasy of procreation.
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The art of storytelling is reaching its end because the epic side of truth, wisdom, is dying out.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Storytelling allows us to convey deeper truths and wisdom, but this art is fading away.
Walter Benjamin highlights a concern that the rich tradition of storytelling, which has historically served to convey profound truths and wisdom, is at risk of disappearing. As societal values shift away from the epic narratives that encapsulate human experiences and lessons, we may lose the depth and insights that storytelling has provided through generations.
Themes
StorytellingTruthWisdomArtNarrative
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of culture, one might say, 'As Walter Benjamin noted, the art of storytelling is fading, underscoring our need to revive it.'
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