Sentence:  For entrophy is the real cosmic wave, and evolution only a momentary <WSD>tellurian</WSD> ripple within it. On these grounds, then, I submit that we Christians have as little to fear as anyone from the knowledge actually acquired. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  Of or relating to the earth;  inhabiting planet Earth as opposed to other planets. (from mid 19th c.)