Quote by G. K. Chesterton

The cosmos is about the smallest hole that a man can hide his head in.

The cosmos is about the smallest hole that a man can hide hi

Summary

This quote is a clever analogy that suggests that despite the vastness and complexity of the universe, our understanding and knowledge of it is limited. It implies that there is so much more to explore and discover beyond what we currently comprehend. Just as hiding one's head in a vast cosmic hole would offer limited escape or awareness of the surroundings, our human understanding is limited, and there could be infinite possibilities outside our knowledge.

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By G. K. Chesterton

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