Someday, after mastering the winds, the waves, the tides and gravity, we shall harness for God the energies of love, and then, for a second time in the history of the world, man will have discovered fire.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that one day, after we have learned to control the natural forces around us, we will be able to harness the power of love and use it to make amazing discoveries, just like when we first discovered fire. This means that by understanding and using the energy of love, we can make new and incredible breakthroughs, similar to how the discovery of fire changed the world.
About Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin was a remarkable French Jesuit who made significant contributions in various fields, including paleontology, theology, and philosophy. His ideas, while sometimes controversial, have continued to influence thinkers and inspire discussions even after his passing.
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