--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: There are infinite worlds both like and…" description: "\"There are infinite worlds both like and unlike this world of ours. For the atoms being infinite in number... are borne on far out into space.\" — Epicurus" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd6/epicurus-1642_atoms_there-are-infinite-worlds-both-like-and_2675239.jpg" --- # There are infinite worlds both like and unlike this world… ![“There are infinite worlds both like and unlike this world of ours. For the atoms being infinite in number... are borne on far out into space.” quote by Epicurus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd6/epicurus-1642_atoms_there-are-infinite-worlds-both-like-and_2675239.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd6/epicurus-1642_atoms_there-are-infinite-worlds-both-like-and_2675239.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd6/epicurus-1642_atoms_there-are-infinite-worlds-both-like-and_2675239.jpg) > “There are infinite worlds both like and unlike this world of ours. For the atoms being infinite in number... are borne on far out into space.” [Epicurus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/epicurus/) ## 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 infinite, suggesting our world is just one of countless possibilities. **In simple terms:** The universe is infinite, many worlds exist. Key Takeaway Consider the broader perspective beyond our immediate reality. Themes cosmology philosophy infinity Mood wonderful thought‑provoking Type philosophical speculative When to use this quote - scientific inquiry - creative writing - spiritual contemplation - ethical debates Key Concepts metaphysics possibility Questions to Reflect On - What does the idea of infinite worlds change about your values? - How can this perspective affect daily decisions? 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