Quote by Carl Sagan

So those who wished for some central cosmic purpose for us, or at least our world, or at least our solar system, or at least our galaxy, have been disappointed, progressively disappointed. The universe is not responsive to our ambitious expectations.

So those who wished for some central cosmic purpose for us,

Summary

This quote suggests that those who have held the belief that there is a specific purpose or plan for humanity or our place in the cosmos have continually faced disappointment. It implies that as our understanding of the universe has expanded, it has become clear that there is no cosmic design that aligns with our grand expectations. The universe, as it is portrayed here, is indifferent to our ambitions and does not cater to or fulfill our desires for a central purpose or meaning.

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