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“It is done. Once again the Fire has penetrated the earth, not with the sudden crash of thunderbolt, riving the mountain tops: does the Master break down doors to enter His own home? Without earthquake, or thunderclap: the flame has lit up the whole world from within.”

Quote by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

Work

Hymn of the Universe

This book delves into the vastness and mysteries of the universe through a blend of poetic language and philosophical inquiry. more

Author

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin was a French philosopher, theologian, and paleontologist. His thoughts were deeply influenced by evolution and religious faith, proposing concepts of 'cosmic consciousness' and 'human unity'. Chardin's works covered various fields such as philosophy, theology, and science, and had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophical and religious thought. more

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