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Prirodno, nauka nije tu da spasava nego da saznaje…

“Prirodno, nauka nije tu da spasava nego da saznaje. Spasenje je, ako do njega uopšte dođe, tek nusproizvod saznanja. Neka vrsta slučajne izlučevine.” quote by Borislav Pekić
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““Prirodno, nauka nije tu da spasava nego da saznaje. Spasenje je, ako do njega uopšte dođe, tek nusproizvod saznanja. Neka vrsta slučajne izlučevine.””

Borislav Pekić

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Science seeks truth, not salvation; salvation is a possible by‑product of knowledge, not its purpose.

In simple terms: Science aims to know, not to save.

Key Takeaway

Pursue knowledge for its own sake.

Themes

knowledge science purpose salvation

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • personal learning
  • policy making
  • technological development

Key Concepts

epistemology philosophy of science

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your pursuit of knowledge?
  • Can knowledge be truly neutral?
A Different Perspective

Knowledge alone does not guarantee moral outcomes.

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