Discovery Quote by E. O. Wilson
“If someone could actually prove scientifically that there is such a thing as a supernatural force, it would be one of the greatest discoveries in the history of science. So the notion that somehow scientists are resisting it is ludicrous.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 1998
If a supernatural force were scientifically proven, it would revolutionize science, making claims of resistance absurd.
In simple terms: Science would change if the supernatural were proven.
Key Takeaway
Remain open to evidence, avoid dismissing possibilities.
Themes
science
open‑mindedness
skepticism
paradigm shift
Mood
curious
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research funding
- public policy
- education curricula
Key Concepts
epistemology
methodology
belief systems
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would convince you of a supernatural force?
- How should science respond to paradigm‑shattering discoveries?
A Different Perspective
Extraordinary claims demand extraordinary evidence, which may be hard to obtain.
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