To make an end of all things on Earth, and our Planetical System of the World, he (God) need but put out the Sun.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- God could end all earthly existence simply by removing the sun.
- In plain terms
- A sun could end all life easily.
- What can you take from it?
- Life depends on forces beyond our control.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What sustains your existence?
- How fragile is life?
Another view
It oversimplifies planetary life support systems.
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