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Horror gives place to wonder at your true account; The rest outstrips our comprehension; we give up.
"Horror gives place to wonder at your true account; The rest outstrips our comprehension; we give up."— Aeschylus
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Meaning of this quote
A startling explanation can replace fear with amazement while still exceeding the listener's understanding.
Key takeaway:
Acknowledge what new information clarifies and what remains uncertain.
Origin of the quote
The Oresteia; exact play and translator not established.
Who actually said this?
Collection identified in a secondary list, which does not establish the precise play location or translator.
