A paradox is a seeming contradiction, always demanding a change on the side of the observer. If we … - Richard Rohr

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A rock band used to be four guys and a drummer. Now it's five guys sitting around reading manuals!

Richard Rohr

A paradox is a seeming contradiction, always demanding a change on the side of the observer. If we look at almost all things honestly we see everything has a character of paradox to it. Everything, including ourselves.

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