Driving force Quote by Alan Sanderson
““Science, not religion, became the driving force for human development and world discovery and exploitation. It is the unwise use of science, allied to the unfettered demands of a growing population, which is largely responsible for the present crisis. We need the new worldview to take us beyond the limitations of both science and religion.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Future of Knowledge, 2023
Science drives progress but unchecked growth and misuse cause crises; a new worldview beyond both science and religion is needed.
In simple terms: Science fuels progress; misuse harms.
Key Takeaway
Seek balanced, ethical advancement.
Themes
progress
ethics
worldview
crisis
balance
Mood
concerned
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education reform
- technology development
- environmental planning
Key Concepts
sustainability
humanism
systems thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we integrate ethical limits into scientific innovation?
- What new worldview could guide humanity?
A Different Perspective
Science alone cannot solve moral dilemmas; cultural values matter.
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