No matter how much we calculate, how much we condition ourselves to foresee that which comes ahead of us, we can never quite truly anticipate the future. It comes like an unexpected wave, crashing upon us with possibilities and surprises. Many have, over the centuries, pondered this problem of existence, fearing the unknown. Here are some inspirational quotes from those giants of history, and their thoughts about the future:
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Submitted by: Elayne D.
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