Universe

Universe

The universe is commonly defined as the totality of existence, including planets, stars, galaxies, the contents of intergalactic space, and all matter and energy. Definitions and usage vary and similar terms include the cosmos, the world and nature.

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Famous quotes containing the word universe:

    “He knows the universe and does not know himself.”
    —Jean De La Fontaine (1621–1695)

    “Pray. To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy.”
    —Ambrose Bierce (1842–1914)

    “God is a character, a real and consistent being, or He is nothing. If God did a miracle He would deny His own nature and the universe would simply blow up, vanish, become nothing.”
    —Joyce Cary (1888–1957)