Alfonso X Of Castile Inspirational Quotes (4)

Had I been present at the creation, I would have given some useful hints for the better ordering of the universe.

If God had consulted me before embarking on the Creation, I would have suggested something simpler.

If the Lord Almighty had consulted me before embarking upon his creation, I should have recommended something simpler. Remarking on the complexity of Ptolemaic model of the universe after it was explained to him.

Sensible men no longer belive in miracles they were invented by priests to humbug the peasants.