Quote by Arthur C. Clarke

I'm sure the universe is full of intelligent life. It's just been too intelligent to come here.[, 1 November 1996]

I'm sure the universe is full of intelligent life. It's just

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker believes in the existence of intelligent life forms in the universe but speculates that these beings have not visited Earth due to their superior intelligence. The statement implies that Earth may not possess the attraction or significance necessary for highly advanced extraterrestrial civilizations to make contact or visit.

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Life Humor Funny Science Universe Extraterrestrials Intelligent Life

By Arthur C. Clarke

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