There is a coherent plan to the universe, though I don't know what it's a plan for.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hoyle suggests the universe has structure but admits ignorance about its purpose.
- In plain terms
- The universe has a plan but we do not know what it is for.
- What can you take from it?
- Order exists but ultimate purpose remains unknown.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does the universe have a purpose?
- What drives cosmic order?
Another view
The term plan implies intent without evidence.
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