Accidents Quote by Isaac Newton
“Atheism is so senseless & odious to mankind that it never had many professors. Can it be by accident that all birds beasts & men have their right side & left side alike shaped (except in their bowels) & just two eyes & no more on either side the face & just two ears on either side the head & a nose with two holes & no more between the eyes & one mouth under the nose & either two fore legs or two wings or two arms on the shoulders & two legs on the hips one on either side & no more?”
About This Quote
Human anatomy shows bilateral symmetry, suggesting design patterns common across species.
In simple terms: Bodies are symmetrical.
Key Takeaway
Observe patterns in nature.
Themes
science
biology
philosophy
Mood
inquisitive
wonderful
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- public speaking
- science communication
Key Concepts
symmetry
design principles
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does symmetry matter to you?
- What does symmetry reveal about life?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on symmetry may ignore functional asymmetries.
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