The whole life lies in the verb seeing.
Pierre Teilhard De ChardinRead
The time has come to realise that an interpretation of the universe—even a positivist one—remains unsatisfying unless it covers the interior as well as the exterior of things; mind as well as matter. The true physics is that which will, one day, achieve the inclusion of man in his wholeness in a coherent picture of the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Understanding the universe requires a balance between the physical and mental aspects of existence.
This quote by Pierre Teilhard De Chardin emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of the universe that encompasses both the physical realm and the inner experiences of the mind. He argues that a truly satisfactory interpretation must harmonize external reality with our subjective consciousness and personal experiences, suggesting that a complete physics should integrate humanity as a vital part of the cosmic picture.
Themes
UniverseMindMatterInterpretationWholenessPhysics
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on the relationship between science and spirituality.
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