Absolute Quote by Dejan Stojanovic
““We cannot hide behind science nor talk in the name of science while proclaiming statements that are not scientific. Such statements are that there is no creator if there is no time. However, this is only a statement a scientist (Stephen Hawking) uses, not a scientific argument or fact with scientific validity. The same goes for the south of the South Pole because such a statement is a logical fallacy based on the presupposition that there is nothing south of the South Pole, meaning there is absolutely nothing beyond some point of the material World, which is only a presupposition and not a scientific or natural law. Such statements may sound like analytic or logical propositions. Still, these are not analytic or logical propositions but methods or tricks to cover up the loopholes of scientific knowledge and understanding with dogmatic statements.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture, date unknown
The quote warns against using scientific language to make non‑scientific claims, especially about metaphysical ideas like creation or the limits of the world.
In simple terms: Science should not be misused to assert unproven philosophical statements.
Scrutinize claims that hide behind scientific jargon.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- media commentary
- education
- policy discussion
- public outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would make a claim scientifically valid?
- How can we differentiate genuine science from rhetorical tricks?
Such arguments may appear rigorous but lack empirical support and can mislead audiences.