People Quote by Frank Schaeffer
“Science "says" nothing. People say things and knowledge changes.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Daily Show (2004)
Science is provisional; knowledge evolves, so claims of absolute certainty are misguided.
In simple terms: Science changes; nothing is final.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty in knowledge.
Themes
science
epistemology
change
humility
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
educational
critical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- public policy
- media reporting
- education
Key Concepts
theory revision
scientific method
knowledge growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we communicate scientific uncertainty?
- What are the risks of treating science as absolute?
A Different Perspective
Science can be misused to claim certainty.
