A line partakes of the simplicity of a point more than does a surface; and a surface [partakes thereof more] than does a material object-as was evident. From this consideration of a point and a material object elevate yourself unto a likeness of True Being and of the universe; and by means of [this] quite clear symbolism [of a point] make a conjecture about what has been said.

Complete Philosophical and Theological Treatises of Nicholas of Cusa: De visione Dei (ed. 2001) - ISBN: 9780938060505