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“Even in the physical world, all that cannot be caught in the net of modern science is collectively neglected, and its nonexistence "objectively" avowed. It is as if an audience of deaf people at a concert testified together that they did not hear any music and considered the unanimity of their…” quote by Seyyed Hossein Nasr
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““Even in the physical world, all that cannot be caught in the net of modern science is collectively neglected, and its nonexistence "objectively" avowed. It is as if an audience of deaf people at a concert testified together that they did not hear any music and considered the unanimity of their opinion as a proof of its objectivity.””

Seyyed Hossein Nasr

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

Science overlooks phenomena beyond its methods, leading to collective denial of non‑empirical truths.

In simple terms: Science can ignore what it cannot measure.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of empirical knowledge.

Themes

science epistemology spirituality

Mood

inquisitive skeptical

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophy religion modernity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we balance science and mystery?
  • What non‑empirical knowledge matters?
A Different Perspective

Risk of dismissing valuable insights.

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