Since we are assured that the all-wise Creator has observed the most exact proportions of number, weight and measure in the make of all things, the most likely way therefore to get any insight into the nature of those parts of the Creation which come within our observation must in all reason be to number, weigh and measure.

Summary

This quote suggests that by recognizing the meticulousness with which the Creator has constructed everything in the universe, we can gain understanding of the natural world through the methods of numbering, weighing, and measuring. The speaker argues that these actions enable us to appreciate the precise proportions and order in the natural world, allowing us to acquire insight into the observable aspects of creation. By using quantitative techniques, we can unlock deeper knowledge about the workings of the universe and its constituents.

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