6. The complete ignorance of the whole universe, and of the laws which rule it, of the nature, constitution, and destination of the stars, which seemed, besides, so small compared with the Earth, would necessarily make the latter to be considered as the principal object in creation, and the stars as accessories created solely to give light to its inhabitants. These prejudices are cherished by some to this day, despite the discoveries of science, which have altered the aspects of the world for mankind. Many people believe still that the stars are ornaments of the sky, placed there to please the eye of man.
