Body Quote by Isaac Newton
“We are not to consider the world as the body of God: he is an uniform being, void of organs, members, or parts; and they are his creatures, subordinate to him, and subservient to his will.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Correspondence of Isaac Newton, 1693
Newton argues that God is an indivisible, non-material entity, and that all creation is subordinate to His will.
In simple terms: God is a uniform, organ‑less being; everything else serves Him.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the distinction between divine unity and created multiplicity.
Themes
theology
metaphysics
divine nature
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- philosophical discourse
- religious debate
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
monism
hierarchy
creature‑god relationship
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your sense of purpose?
- Does it change how you relate to the natural world?
A Different Perspective
The view may conflict with pantheistic or panentheistic perspectives that see God in all things.
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