Astronomy Quote by Albert Einstein
“Since I have introduced this term I had always a bad conscience. . . . I cannot help to feel it strongly and I am unable to believe that such an ugly thing should be realized in nature.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to a colleague, 1935
He feels deep moral discomfort about a concept he introduced, fearing it is unnatural and ugly.
In simple terms: He is uneasy about a creation he thinks is wrong.
Key Takeaway
Question the ethics of your own innovations.
Themes
ethics
science
conscience
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
Type
cautionary
reflective
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- technological development
- policy making
- public communication
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What values guide your acceptance of new ideas?
- Can discomfort be a catalyst for ethical reflection?
A Different Perspective
The term may have unforeseen benefits despite initial repulsion.
