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“Science is objective. And in my view we cannot take any experimental results seriously except in the light of good explanations of them.” quote by David Deutsch
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“Science is objective. And in my view we cannot take any experimental results seriously except in the light of good explanations of them.”

David Deutsch

About This Quote

Source Book: The Fabric of Reality, 1997

Scientific claims need strong explanatory frameworks; data alone isn’t enough.

In simple terms: Data needs good explanations.

Key Takeaway

Seek strong explanations.

Themes

science explanation methodology

Mood

analytical critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research design
  • policy making
  • education
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

philosophy of science theory choice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes an explanation “good”?
  • How do we balance data and theory?
A Different Perspective

Explanations can be subjective and contested.

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