Quote by Robinson Jeffers

Science and mathematics Run parallel to reality, they symbolize it, they squint at it, They never touch it: consider what an explosion Would rock the bones of men into little white fragments and unsky the world If any mind for a moment touch truth.

Science and mathematics Run parallel to reality, they symbol

Summary

This quote highlights the relationship between science, mathematics, and reality. It suggests that both science and mathematics provide symbols and perspectives to understand reality but can never fully grasp or touch it. The quote implies that if anyone's mind were to truly comprehend and come into contact with the absolute truth, it would be so profound and powerful that it would disrupt and shatter the established notions and frameworks of humanity, changing the world as we know it.

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By Robinson Jeffers

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