Theory Quote by Clayton M. Christensen

“If theory means a reasonably systematic reflection of our guiding assumptions, it remains as indispensable as ever.”

— Terry Eagleton

“Clues put us on the right path toward a correct theory. Strong evidence is that which subsequently allows us to trust whether the theory…

— Carlo Rovelli

Theory is good; but it doesn't prevent things from existing.

— Jean-Martin Charcot

The best theory is inspired by practice.

— Donald Knuth

“A theory is like medicine or government: often useless, sometimes necessary, always self-serving and, on occasion, lethal. It needs to be used with care,…

— Nassim Nicholas Taleb

I always tell my critics that if they don't like this theory for helping people - come up with a better one and I'll…

— Tim LaHaye

“Good cannot be a single and universal general notion; if it were, it would not be predictable in all the categories, but only in…

— Aristotle

“This is why theory can be so valuable: it can explain what will happen, even before you experience it.”

— Clayton M. Christensen

Theory, from whatever source, is not perfect until it is reduced to practice.

— Hosea Ballou

Every theory is a self-fulfilling prophecy that orders experience into the framework it provides.

— Ruth Hubbard

Theory is splendid but until put into practice, it is valueless.

— James Cash Penney

The best practice is inspired by theory.

— Donald Knuth