There is a place with four suns in the sky - red, white, blue, and yellow; two of them are so close together that they touch, and star-stuff flows between them. I know of a world with a million moons. I know of a sun the size of the Earth - and made of diamond....The universe is vast and awesome, and for the first time we are becoming part of it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The universe's vastness and complexity inspire awe and a sense of connection as we begin to explore it. It celebrates the wonder of cosmic discovery and our place within it.
- In plain terms
- The universe is huge and amazing, and we are starting to be part of it.
- What can you take from it?
- Explore the universe to feel awe and connection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel connected to the universe?
- How does knowing more change your wonder?
Another view
The scale of the universe can feel overwhelming.
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