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Thomas Browne

All things are artificial, for nature is the art of God.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Thomas Browne is saying that everything we consider natural is actually a form of creation, much like art, because nature itself is crafted by God. This means that what we call artificial is simply human-made, while nature is a divine kind of artistry.

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