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“The universe is big, its vast and complicated, and ridiculous. And sometimes, very rarely, impossible things just happen and we call them miracles. And that's the theory. Nine hundred years, never seen one yet, but this would do me.” quote by Steven Moffat
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“The universe is big, its vast and complicated, and ridiculous. And sometimes, very rarely, impossible things just happen and we call them miracles. And that's the theory. Nine hundred years, never seen one yet, but this would do me.”

Steven Moffat

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The universe is vast and absurd; rare, impossible events we label miracles, though we have yet to witness one in centuries.

In simple terms: Miracles are improbable wonders in a chaotic cosmos.

Key Takeaway

Human longing for meaning meets cosmic randomness.

Themes

cosmos miracle absurdity

Mood

wry wondering

Type

speculative humorous

When to use this quote

  • science‑fiction writing
  • philosophical debate on chance

Key Concepts

existential wonder

Practical Applications

  • embrace uncertainty as creative fuel
  • use statistical thinking to assess improbabilities

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a miracle in a scientific age?
  • How does absurdity shape our search for purpose?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize randomness over rational inquiry.

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