All things Quote by Pliny the Elder
“The world, and whatever that be which we call the heavens, by the vault of which all things are enclosed, we must conceive to be a deity, to be eternal, without bounds, neither created nor subject at any time to destruction. To inquire what is beyond it is no concern of man; nor can the human mind form any conjecture concerning it.”
About This Quote
The passage describes the heavens as an infinite, eternal deity beyond human comprehension, suggesting that questioning it lies outside our mental capacity.
In simple terms: The cosmos is beyond human understanding
Key Takeaway
Accept the limits of human knowledge
Themes
cosmology
metaphysics
humility
Mood
awe
humble
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- contemplation of the universe
- existential wonder
- humility in inquiry
Key Concepts
theology
science
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to accept unknowable truths?
- How can humility shape our view of the cosmos?
A Different Perspective
Human curiosity may still seek meaning despite limits.
