Quote by Henry Norris Russell

Just what future the Designer of the universe has provided for the souls of men I do not know, I cannot prove. But I find that the whole order of Nature confirms my confidence that, if it is not like our noblest hopes and dreams, it will transcend them.


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In this quote, the speaker acknowledges their uncertainty about the future that the universe's Designer has prepared for humanity. They admit that they do not possess any concrete evidence or means to prove what lies ahead. However, they assert that their confidence in this unknown future is reinforced by the overall organization and structure of nature itself. Despite not being able to fully comprehend or envision it, the speaker believes that this future, though possibly surpassing even the loftiest expectations and aspirations of individuals, will ultimately go beyond them in a remarkable and exceptional way.

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Dreams
By Henry Norris Russell
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