Cultures are organic from "summary" of The Decline of the West by Oswald Spengler
Cultures, like organisms, have a life cycle that begins with a seed, grows, matures, and eventually dies. They have a natural development that cannot be forced or accelerated. Just as a plant must go through the stages of germination, growth, and decay, so too must a culture evolve over time. Cultures are not static entities, but living, breathing entities that are constantly changing and adapting to their environment. They have a vitality that cannot be artificially sustained or prolonged. Attempting to artificially prolong the life of a culture is akin to trying to prevent a plant from withering away - it is ultimately futile and goes against the natural order of things. The growth and decline of a culture are influenced by a variety of factors, both internal and external. Just as an organism's health is affected by its diet, environment, and genetics, a culture's vitality is shaped by its values, beliefs, and interactions with other cultures. These factors work together to determine the trajectory of a culture's development. As a culture matures,...
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