No one should approach the temple of science with the soul of a money changer.
Thomas BrowneRead
All things are artificial, for nature is the art of God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Everything created by humans is influenced by nature, which is ultimately designed by a divine power.
This quote by Thomas Browne suggests that all human creations are, in a sense, artificial because they derive from the natural world, which itself is viewed as the ultimate form of art created by God. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of nature and human ingenuity, positing that our artificial constructs are merely imitations of the profound beauty and complexity found in nature, which reflects a divine artistry.
Themes
ArtificialNatureArtGodPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
In a class discussion on the relationship between nature and creativity.
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