Nature

NATURE
A NOBLER want of man is served by nature, namely, the love of Beauty. The ancient Greeks called the world κοσμος, beauty. Such is the constitution of all things, or such the plastic power of the human eye, that the primary forms, as the sky, the mountain, the tree, the animal, give us a delight in and for themselves; a pleasure arising from outline, color, motion, and grouping. This seems partly owing to the eye itself. The eye is the best of artists. By the mutual action of its structure and of the laws of light, perspective is produced, which integrates every mass of objects, of what character soever, into a well colored and shaded globe, so that where the particular objects are mean and unaffecting, the landscape which they compose, is round and symmetrical. And as the eye is the best composer, so light is the first of painters. There is no object so foul that intense light will not make beautiful. And the stimulus it affords to the sense, and a sort of infinitude which it hath, like space and time, make all matter gay. Even the corpse has its own beauty. But besides this general grace diffused over nature, almost all the individual forms are agreeable to the eye, as is proved by our endless imitations of some of them, as the acorn, the grape, the pine-cone, the wheat-ear, the egg, the wings and forms of most birds, the lion's claw, the serpent, the butterfly, sea-shells, flames, clouds, buds, leaves, and the forms of many trees, as the palm.
By fathima3 years ago in Earth
NATURE
WHOEVER considers the final cause of the world, will discern a multitude of uses that result. They all admit of being thrown into one of the following classes; Commodity; Beauty; Language; and Discipline.
By fathima3 years ago in Earth
Iron Rain Falling:Sweltering Weather on a Exoplanet
Here on Earth, Iron Rain is the name of a video game, and also, presumably, the name of at least one heavy metal band. But on a planet called WASP-76b, it could be a weather report.
By Mark Xavier3 years ago in Earth
NATURE
TO go into solitude, a man needs to retire as much from his chamber as from society. I am not solitary whilst I read and write, though nobody is with me. But if a man would be alone, let him look at the stars. The rays that come from those heavenly worlds, will separate between him and what he touches. One might think the atmosphere was made transparent with this design, to give man, in the heavenly bodies, the perpetual presence of the sublime. Seen in the streets of cities, how great they are! If the stars should appear one night in a thousand years, how would men believe and adore; and preserve for many generations the remembrance of the city of God which had been shown! But every night come out these envoys of beauty, and light the universe with their admonishing smile.
By fathima3 years ago in Earth
The Harvest Moon Lights the Night as Autumn Arrives
In the northern hemisphere, the full moon that occurs closest to the autumn equinox (when day and night are roughly equal around the world) is called the Harvest Moon. For several days in a row, the moon will rise near sunset to provide extra light, which farmers can use to harvest summer crops before winter arrives.
By Mark Xavier3 years ago in Earth
7 Breathtaking Destinations You Need to Visit Now
Traveling to new places is an amazing experience that everyone should have at least once in their lifetime. Exploring new cultures, meeting new people, and seeing new sights can open your mind and broaden your horizons. If you're planning your next adventure, here are seven must-see places in the world that you won't want to miss.
By Muhammad Mughal3 years ago in Earth
The Growing Threat of Natural Resource Depletion: Why We Need to Act Now
Natural resources are essential to human survival and well-being. They provide us with food, water, shelter, and energy, among other things. However, the depletion of natural resources is a growing concern, and it poses a significant threat to our future. In this article, we will explore the causes and consequences of natural resource depletion and what we can do to address this issue.
By Serafettin Coskun3 years ago in Earth
The Rise of Plant-Based Diets
Health Benefits of Plant-Based Diets How Plant-Based Eating Can Improve Your Overall Health: In recent years, there has been a surge in the popularity of plant-based diets, with more and more people opting for veganism or vegetarianism. While there are a variety of reasons why people choose to follow these diets, there are several key factors that are driving the rise of plant-based eating.
By Mindings3 years ago in Earth
The Power of Peace.
In a world full of chaos, hatred, and violence, there lived a small community of people who believed in the power of peace. They were a group of individuals who belonged to different races, cultures, and religions but they all shared a common goal - to live in harmony with one another.
By Meet Abubakar3 years ago in Earth
Death Tolls Rising In Midwest
In the past week, the Midwest has been hit with a series of devastating tornadoes, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The tornadoes, which touched down in several states including Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, have caused significant damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure.
By Pinkee3 years ago in Earth
Land use and environmental practices
Introduction Land use and environmental practices are closely related and can have a significant impact on the environment. Land use refers to the way land is utilized by humans, including for agriculture, forestry, urbanization, and infrastructure development. Environmental practices, on the other hand, refer to the actions taken to reduce the negative impact of human activities on the environment.
By Love The Green3 years ago in Earth
Environmental Pollution: Understanding the Causes, Effects, and Solutions
Environmental Pollution: Causes, Effects, and Solutions Environmental pollution is one of the biggest challenges facing humanity today. It refers to the contamination of the natural environment with harmful substances, which can have serious health, environmental, and economic consequences. In this article, we will examine the causes of environmental pollution, its effects, and possible solutions to this persistent problem.
By Arish Ali 3 years ago in Earth