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Big bang Quote by Terry Pratchett

“* Many people think it should have been a hydrogen molecule, but this is against the observed facts. Everyone who has found a hitherto unknown egg-whisk jamming an innocent kitchen drawer knows that raw matter is continually flowing into the universe in fairly developed forms, popping into…” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““* Many people think it should have been a hydrogen molecule, but this is against the observed facts. Everyone who has found a hitherto unknown egg-whisk jamming an innocent kitchen drawer knows that raw matter is continually flowing into the universe in fairly developed forms, popping into existence normally in ashtrays, vases and glove compartments. It chooses its shape to allay suspicion, and common manifestations are paperclips, the pins out of shirt packaging, the little keys for central heating radiators, marbles, bits of crayon, mysterious sections of herb-chopping devices and old Kate Bush albums. Why matter does this is unclear, but it is evident that matter has Plans. It is also apparent that creators sometimes favor the Big Bang method of universe construction, and at other times use the more gentle methods of Continuous Creation. This follows studies by cosmotherapists which have revealed that the violence of the Big Bang can give a universe serious psychological problems when it gets older.””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Novel: Discworld series, various books, 1990s

Matter is portrayed as a sentient, shape‑shifting force with hidden agendas, hinting at cosmic humor and speculative physics.

In simple terms: Matter is alive and has plans.

Key Takeaway

Question the nature of reality.

Themes

humor speculation cosmology

Mood

playful thought‑provoking

Type

satirical speculative

When to use this quote

  • science fiction writing
  • philosophical debates
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

sentience emergent behavior creative destruction

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this suggest about our perception of the universe?
  • How does humor help explore complex ideas?
A Different Perspective

The claim is fantastical and not scientifically supported.

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