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The Absolute at Large
strous energy. Being immaterial, it is not subject to the laws of matter. Thence, it already follows that its manifestations are contrary to nature and downright miraculous. All this proceeds from the assumption that God is present in all matter. Can you imagine, for the sake of argument, that He is really so present?"
"I certainly can," said Bondy. "What then?"
"Good," said Marek, rising to his feet. "Then it's the solemn truth."