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John Muir

The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.

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John Muir means that to truly understand the vastness and complexity of the Universe, one should experience the natural, untouched environment of a forest. By immersing ourselves in wilderness, we connect directly with the fundamental elements of life and the cosmos.

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