Creation Quote by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
“We may, perhaps, imagine that the creation was finished long ago. But that would be quite wrong. It continues still more magnificently, and at the highest levels of the world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Phenomenon of Man, 1955
Creation is an ongoing, evolving process that continues to develop magnificently at the highest levels of existence.
In simple terms: Creation is ongoing and ever‑more magnificent.
Key Takeaway
Embrace continual growth and evolution.
Themes
spirituality
evolution
cosmology
Mood
inspired
hopeful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- personal development
- environmental stewardship
- cultural evolution
Key Concepts
process philosophy
systems theory
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect our sense of purpose?
- What responsibilities arise from seeing creation as ongoing?
A Different Perspective
Human understanding may be limited.
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