Technology is a gift of God. After the gift of life it is perhaps the greatest of God's gifts. It is the mother of civilizations, of arts and of sciences.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Technology is viewed as a divine gift and a foundational element of civilization and arts. It is considered essential for the advancement of humanity.
- In plain terms
- Technology is like a gift from God that builds civilizations and arts.
- What can you take from it?
- Technology is a fundamental creative force for human civilization.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is technology a blessing or a burden?
- What defines civilization's progress?
Another view
Calling technology a gift ignores its potential harms and unintended consequences.
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