Accounts Quote by D. H. Lawrence
“When science starts to be interpretive it is more unscientific even than mysticism.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Science and the Modern World” in The Modern Review, 1925
When science tries to interpret meaning, it becomes less empirical and more like mysticism, losing its rigor.
In simple terms: Interpretive science drifts toward mysticism.
Maintain clear, testable hypotheses.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research design
- theoretical modeling
- academic discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate data from speculation?
- When is speculation useful in science?
Over‑interpretation can blur objective truth.