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According to Teilhard, consciousness is not an erratic attribute of human existence but a fundamental facet of all matter. He articulated this interdependence by stating, “Without matter, we would remain ignorant both of ourselves and God.” In his view, all things—including humans—are defined by the complexity and depth of matter, linking the physical realm with spiritual experience.
Teilhard challenges conventional understandings of both science and religion by asserting that they are not opposing forces but rather complementary aspects of the same reality. This union forms the basis for understanding the universe and the ultimate truth of our existence.