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“—at least nine-tenths of all the original reality ever created lies outside the multiverse, and since the multiverse by definition includes absolutely everything that is anything, this puts a bit of a strain on things.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““—at least nine-tenths of all the original reality ever created lies outside the multiverse, and since the multiverse by definition includes absolutely everything that is anything, this puts a bit of a strain on things.””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

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

The multiverse contains everything, making the concept of “outside” meaningless and creating a paradoxical strain on our understanding of reality.

In simple terms: Everything is inside the multiverse, causing a paradox.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of our conceptual frames.

Themes

paradox reality philosophy science

Mood

thoughtful curious playful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • theoretical physics discussions
  • philosophical debates
  • creative writing
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

metaphysics cosmology logic

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “outside the multiverse” even mean?
  • How does this paradox affect our view of existence?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex cosmological theories for lay audiences.

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