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What does it mean?
The vastness of space reflects the greatness of the divine.
In plain terms
Space is as great as God.
What can you take from it?
Look to the cosmos to understand the divine.

Where it applies

  • spiritual contemplation
  • philosophy

Putting it to work

  • observe nature
  • find awe in the universe

Questions to consider

  • What does space mean to you?
  • How do you see the divine?

Another view

It relies on a religious perspective.

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