The human mind inherently seeks intelligible order. Thus the conviction that such an order exists to be found is a crucial assumption. (Nancy Pearcey)

The human mind inherently seeks intelligible order. Thus the conviction that such an order exists to be found is a crucial assumption.

Nancy Pearcey

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