Architect Quote by William Winwood Reade
“And then, the Earth being small, mankind will migrate into space, and will cross the airless Saharas which separate planet from planet and sun from sun. The Earth will become a Holy Land which will be visited by pilgrims from all the quarters of the Universe. Finally, men will master the forces of Nature; they will become themselves architects of systems, manufacturers of worlds.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The History of the World, 1883
Humanity will eventually leave Earth, travel between planets, and transform the cosmos into a sacred pilgrimage site, mastering nature and creating new worlds.
In simple terms: People will become space travelers and creators of new worlds.
Embrace exploration and stewardship of nature.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- space travel
- planetary colonization
- environmental engineering
- cultural pilgrimage
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities come with shaping new worlds?
- How can we ensure equitable access to space?
Assumes technological progress will be unimpeded and universally beneficial.