Quote by Marston Morse

Mathematics are the result of mysterious powers which no one understands, and which the unconscious recognition of beauty must play an important part. Out of an infinity of designs a mathematician chooses one pattern for beauty's sake and pulls it down to earth.

Mathematics are the result of mysterious powers which no one

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This quote suggests that mathematics, in its creation and selection of patterns, is influenced by a mysterious and incomprehensible power. It implies that the unconscious recognition of beauty plays a significant role in the work of mathematicians. From an infinite number of possibilities, mathematicians are drawn to particular patterns because of their aesthetic appeal. By bringing these patterns into the tangible realm of Earth, mathematicians bridge the gap between the abstract and the physical, showcasing the inherent beauty and fascination that lies within the mathematical realm.

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