Darkness Quote by Aldous Huxley
“Science has explained nothing; the more we know the more fantastic the world becomes and the profounder the surrounding darkness.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Limits of Knowledge", 1954
The more we understand, the more wondrous and darker the universe appears.
In simple terms: Knowledge expands wonder and reveals deeper darkness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity while acknowledging mystery.
Themes
science
wonder
darkness
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- public speaking
Key Concepts
cosmology
philosophy of science
existential awe
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the darkness represent?
- How can we balance awe and fear?
A Different Perspective
Knowledge can be unsettling without context.
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