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Definition of Paradox
A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar Wilde's famous declaration that "Life is... read full definition
A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar... read full definition
A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel... read full definition
Key Examples in Parable of the Sower
Chapter 7
Explanation and Analysis—Why is God?:
As Lauren continues to write and collect scripture for Earthseed, she encounters this paradox in Chapter 7:
Here's the only puzzle in it all, the only paradox, or bit of illogic or circular reasoning or whatever it should be called:
Why is the universe?
To shape God.
Why is God?
To shape the universe...
It feels like the truest thing I've ever written.
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