Ends Quote by Jeanette Winterson
“The universe has no sides, no end, can't be mapped. Enough to make a man talk about God, make a man superstitious and worship an idol. The science never gets as far as the strangeness.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Passion, Jeanette Winterson, 1987
The quote highlights humanity’s struggle to comprehend an infinite universe, leading to religious speculation and idol worship, while science remains limited by its own boundaries.
In simple terms: Humans turn to religion when science can’t explain the infinite.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery, balance faith and inquiry.
Themes
faith
science
existentialism
human curiosity
idol worship
Mood
wondering
reflective
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- philosophical
- existential
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
psychology
Practical Applications
- personal crisis
- academic debate
- spiritual seeking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile scientific limits with spiritual beliefs?
- When does worship become superstition?
A Different Perspective
Science cannot fully explain the unknowable; faith may fill gaps but can mislead.
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