Philosophy Quote by Dan DeWitt
““The famous atheistic philosopher Bertrand Russell once said, “What science cannot discover, mankind cannot know.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Science and Knowledge, 1945
Science defines the limits of what humanity can know; unknowns remain unknowable.
In simple terms: Science sets knowledge boundaries.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of understanding.
Themes
knowledge
science
unknown
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- policy making
- technology development
Key Concepts
epistemology
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the implications of accepting unknowable truths?
- How does this view affect scientific ambition?
A Different Perspective
Science may eventually uncover current unknowns.
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