Keep on the lookout for novel ideas that others have used successfully. Your idea has to be original only in its adaptation to the problem you're working on.
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I know this world is ruled by infinite intelligence. Everything that surrounds us- everything that exists - proves that there are infinite laws behind it. There can be no denying this fact. It is mathematical in its precision.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that the universe operates under precise and infinite laws of intelligence and mathematics.
In this quote, Thomas A. Edison expresses his belief that the world is governed by an intelligence that is both boundless and systematic, indicating that every element of existence is a manifestation of underlying mathematical principles. Edison emphasizes that these laws are evident in the structure and behavior of the world around us, suggesting a profound interconnectedness and order that cannot be ignored.
Themes
IntelligenceLawsMathematicsUniverseExistence
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on the principles of the universe, this quote can emphasize the importance of understanding natural laws.
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