Building Quote by Mason Cooley
“When science drove the gods out of nature, they took refuge in poetry and the porticos of civic buildings.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "Science and Poetry", 1978
When science displaces gods, poetry and civic architecture become new sanctuaries.
In simple terms: Science replaces gods; poetry and buildings become new sanctuaries.
Key Takeaway
Seek beauty and meaning beyond pure science.
Themes
science
poetry
architecture
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
cultural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- creative writing
- public art
Key Concepts
aesthetics
cultural shift
Questions to Reflect On
- How does architecture inspire reverence?
- Can science and art coexist harmoniously?
A Different Perspective
Science still offers wonder; poetry isn’t a fallback.
![“T]he church is not a place. It's not a building. It's not a preaching point. It's not a spiritual service provider. It's a people - the new covenant, blood-bought people of God. That's why Paul said, 'Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her' (Eph. 5:25). He didn't give himself up for a…” quote by Mark Dever](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7a4/mark-dever-3175_blood_t-he-church-is-not-a-place-it-s-not-a-bu_3297.jpg)
