In A Wrinkle in Time, what does Mrs. Murry mean when she says, . . . just because we dont understand doesnt mean that the explanation...

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Murrays comment gets to the heart of the books theme. First, the quote suggests that the
universe is bigger than what we know about itthat while things might happen that seem
inexplicable, or impossible, they simply serve to point out that there is so much we dont
understand. They may seem impossible now, but thats only because we havent figured out the
reason yet. In this sense the quote can be understood as an expression of faith in human
rationality and understanding. Second, it could mean that there might be other kinds of
explanations beyond the rational or scientific. In this sense, the quote affirms that their are
different kinds of intelligences required to fully understand the universe, and that rationality
might not be able to offer the true explanation. In this case, the quote is a kind of
affirmation of faith.