Who said "Imagination is the first step of creation."?

This quote is attributed to Thales of Miletus.

Imagination is the first step of creation. - Thales of Miletus

"Imagination is the first step of creation."

Thales of Miletus Imagination

Philosopher Ancient Greek 624–546

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