Quote by Nigel Hey

Humankind spends so much time admiring and ritualizing the inventions of humankind! And yet humankind is such a tiny part of all there is. -- Nigel S. Hey, Wonderment(Matador, 2012)

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Summary

This quote by Nigel S. Hey, Wonderment, highlights the tendency of humanity to overly focus on and overly glorify their own creations. It suggests that despite humans' accomplishments and inventions, they represent a minuscule fraction in comparison to the vastness of the universe. It serves as a reminder of the modest place humans hold in the grand scheme of things and prompts reflection on the importance of humility and perspective in the face of awe-inspiring natural wonders.

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Philosophy Inspirational Human Nature

By Nigel Hey

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