Quote by Borislav Pekić
““Prirodno, nauka nije tu da spasava nego da saznaje. Spasenje je, ako do njega uopšte dođe, tek nusproizvod saznanja. Neka vrsta slučajne izlučevine.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Time of the Goats by Borislav Pekić, 1975
Science seeks truth, not salvation; salvation is a possible by‑product of knowledge, not its purpose.
In simple terms: Science aims to know, not to save.
Key Takeaway
Pursue knowledge for its own sake.
Themes
knowledge
science
purpose
salvation
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic research
- personal learning
- policy making
- technological development
Key Concepts
epistemology
philosophy of science
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your pursuit of knowledge?
- Can knowledge be truly neutral?
A Different Perspective
Knowledge alone does not guarantee moral outcomes.
