Accounts Quote by Charles Kingsley
“For science is ... like virtue, its own exceeding great reward.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Westward Ho! by Charles Kingsley, 1855
Science, like virtue, yields its own profound reward without external validation.
In simple terms: Science rewards itself.
Key Takeaway
Pursue knowledge for its own sake.
Themes
knowledge
virtue
intrinsic reward
exploration
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- personal growth
- innovation
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does intrinsic motivation sustain long‑term inquiry?
- What personal virtues align with scientific curiosity?
A Different Perspective
Rewards may be intangible and not immediately recognized.
