Q0513
“Two forces rule the universe: light and gravity.” — Simone Weil (Gravity and Grace)
Verified English quotation. Primary source: Gravity and Grace. Theme: philosophy.
English
Two forces rule the universe: light and gravity.
Source and attribution
The archive attributes this English wording to Gravity and Grace and files it under Religious Existentialism. That locator distinguishes the passage from loose internet attributions: readers can return to the named work or section to check translation, surrounding argument, and edition-specific wording.
About Simone Weil
Simone Weil (1909–1943) was a French philosopher, mystic, and political activist who taught, worked in factories, and engaged labor and anti-fascist causes. A brilliant Normalienne, she sought experiential solidarity with the oppressed.
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How to cite this quotation
APA: Simone Weil. (n.d.). Two forces rule the universe: light and gravity. In Philosophy Blind Box. https://www.philosophydef.com/quotes/q0513
MLA: Simone Weil. “Two forces rule the universe: light and gravity..” Philosophy Blind Box, https://www.philosophydef.com/quotes/q0513.
Chicago: Simone Weil. “Two forces rule the universe: light and gravity..” Philosophy Blind Box. Accessed 2026. https://www.philosophydef.com/quotes/q0513.
Frequently asked questions
What is the source of the quotation “Two forces rule the universe: light and gravity.”?
The passage is attributed to Simone Weil, Gravity and Grace. The archive attributes this English wording to Gravity and Grace and files it under Religious Existentialism. That locator distinguishes the passage from loose internet attributions: readers can return to the named work or section to check translation, surrounding argument, and edition-specific wording.
What does Simone Weil mean by philosophy?
This passage is indexed under . Those labels identify the concepts it can illuminate; they do not replace the argument surrounding it in Gravity and Grace.