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Parable of the Talents
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"Parable of the Talents" Quotes

"Parable of the Talents" explores the struggles of a woman trying to build a new community in a post-apocalyptic America.

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The only lasting truth is Change. God is Change.

Octavia E. Butler

religionphilosophy

All that you touch, you Change. All that you Change, Changes you.

Octavia E. Butler

changeself-reflection

The destiny of Earthseed is to take root among the stars.

Octavia E. Butler

destinyambition

The first strength is the strength to believe.

Octavia E. Butler

faithstrength

Belief initiates and guides action - or it does nothing.

Octavia E. Butler

faithaction

In order to rise from its own ashes, a Phoenix first must burn.

Octavia E. Butler

resiliencerebirth

The road is clear. We’re almost there.

Octavia E. Butler

hopeperseverance

There is no end to what a living world will demand of you.

Octavia E. Butler

challengeresponsibility

It’s a good moment. It’s a good life. And there’s good work to do.

Octavia E. Butler

gratitudepurpose

Freedom is dangerous. It’s also beautiful.

Octavia E. Butler

freedomrisk