The moment you understand the whole Universe, is the moment you slightly begin to understand the way God's mind works

Don't be disabled in spirit as well as physically.

Simplicity is a matter of taste

The intelligent beings in these regions should therefore not be surprised if they observe that their locality in the universe satisfies the conditions that are necessary for their existence. It is a bit like a rich person living in a wealthy neighborhood not seeing any poverty.

Scientists tend to risk theories they admire

If it were only a few degrees, that would be serious, but we could adapt to it. But the danger is the warming process might be unstable and run away. We could end up like Venus, covered in clouds and with the surface temperature of 400 degrees. It could be too late if we wait until the bad effects of warming become obvious. We need action now to reduce emission of carbon dioxide.

Why are we here? Where do we come from? Traditionally, these are questions for philosophy, but philosophy is dead.