Boundaries Quote by Garrett Fort
“Superstition? Who can define the boundary line between the superstition of yesterday and the scientific fact of tomorrow?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Radio Broadcast, 1942
The line between superstition and future science is fluid; what seems irrational today may become accepted tomorrow.
In simple terms: Ideas once seen as superstition can become science.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions.
Themes
science
belief
future
knowledge
Mood
inquisitive
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- education
- public discourse
- innovation
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
epistemology
cultural change
Questions to Reflect On
- What current beliefs might be tomorrow’s science?
- How do we decide which ideas to test?
A Different Perspective
Not all superstitions are harmless; some can hinder progress.
