In some sort of crude sense, which no vulgarity, no humor…
“In some sort of crude sense, which no vulgarity, no humor, no overstatement can quite extinguish, the physicists have known sin; and this is a knowledge which they cannot lose.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Physicists recognize an inherent moral flaw in humanity that they cannot ignore, despite attempts to downplay it.
In simple terms: Science reveals an unavoidable human sin.
Key Takeaway
Even scientific insight cannot erase moral awareness.
Themes
ethics
science
human nature
knowledge
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- academic discourse
- public policy debates
- ethical training for scientists
Key Concepts
sin
awareness
limitations of denial
Practical Applications
- philosophical essays
- ethics curricula
Questions to Reflect On
- How does scientific knowledge shape moral responsibility?
- Can awareness of sin influence scientific practice?