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“Not until the empirical resources are exhausted, need we pass on to the dreamy realms of speculation.” quote by Edwin Powell Hubble
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“Not until the empirical resources are exhausted, need we pass on to the dreamy realms of speculation.”

Edwin Powell Hubble

About This Quote

Source Speech: Scientific Lecture, 1950s

When data is depleted, speculation becomes necessary.

In simple terms: Speculation follows exhausted evidence.

Key Takeaway

Accept speculation after data runs out.

Themes

science methodology uncertainty

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • research planning
  • policy making
  • academic writing
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

Epistemology inductive reasoning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance evidence and imagination?
  • When is speculation justified?
A Different Perspective

Speculation can mislead without disciplined checks.

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