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It is flat-out strange that something-that anything-is happening at all. There was nothing then a Big Bang, then here we all are. This is extremely weird.
Ken Wilber
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What this quote means

The quote reflects on the bizarre nature of existence and the origins of the universe.

Ken Wilber's quote emphasizes the extraordinary nature of existence, suggesting that the mere fact that anything exists at all is fundamentally strange. It points to the profound mystery of creationβ€”from a state of nothingness to the complex reality we experience today, highlighting the awe and wonder that comes with contemplating our origins and existence.

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ExistenceCreationWonderBig BangPhilosophy

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This quote can be used in a talk about the origins of the universe.

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