Aim Quote by Francis Bacon
“Upon a given body to generate and superinduce a new nature or new natures is the work and aim of human power. To discover the Form of a given nature, or its true difference, or its causal nature, or fount of its emanation... this is the work and aim of human knowledge.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Novum Organum, 1620
Human knowledge seeks to uncover the true nature and causes of things, aiming to transform and improve reality.
In simple terms: We aim to understand and reshape nature through knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Pursue deep understanding to drive progress.
Themes
science
knowledge
humanism
transformation
Mood
inquisitive
optimistic
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- technology development
- policy making
Key Concepts
epistemology
causality
metaphysics
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- What fundamental truths are we still missing?
- How can we responsibly apply new knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Complexity of nature can limit clear understanding.
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