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“Historically speaking, just about everything we know to be ‘absolute’ will eventually change due to ‘new findings’.” quote by Gary Hopkins
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““Historically speaking, just about everything we know to be ‘absolute’ will eventually change due to ‘new findings’.””

Gary Hopkins

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Source Lecture: Science and Philosophy, 2015

What we deem absolute is provisional; new evidence reshapes our understanding over time.

In simple terms: Truth changes with new evidence.

Key Takeaway

Stay open to revising beliefs.

Themes

science philosophy change

Mood

inquisitive open-minded

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • medical research
  • technological innovation
  • policy making
  • education
  • personal beliefs

Key Concepts

Epistemology paradigm shift

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle changing facts?
  • What beliefs have you revised?
A Different Perspective

Clinging to certainty can hinder progress.

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