We come no nearer the infinitude of the creative power of…
“We come no nearer the infinitude of the creative power of God, if we enclose the space of its revelation within a sphere described with the radius of the Milky Way, than if we were to limit it to a ball an inch in diameter. All that is finite, whatever has limits and a definite relation to unity, is equally far removed from the infinite... Eternity is not sufficient to embrace the manifestations of the Supreme Being, if it is not combined with the infinitude of space.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human attempts to limit divine creativity are futile; the infinite surpasses any finite measure we imagine.
In simple terms: We cannot grasp God's infinite creative power with limited concepts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of human understanding.
Themes
theity
infinity
divine power
human limitation
Mood
awe
humility
wonder
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- Theology discussions
- philosophical debates
- personal reflection
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
Metaphysics
theology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we reconcile human finitude with belief in an infinite deity?
- What does this imply about the scope of human knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Even infinite time cannot contain the boundless manifestations of the Supreme.