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Intellectuals from the World War era emphasized the importance of analyzing society through a lens that connects past insights with present realities. Their warnings about the ramifications of bureaucratic dominance resonate today, suggesting that the erosion of personal liberties and rampant social alienation can largely be attributed to this growth. Spengler's reflections on societal concepts, including nature and time, reveal his belief that civilizations cycle through life phases, predicting their eventual decline.