Quote by Gaston Bachelard
““De waarheid is een gecorrigeerde vergissing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Poetics of Space, 1958
A corrected mistake is still a mistake, but refined by truth.
In simple terms: Even a fixed error can become more accurate.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth through correction.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
error
truth
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- personal growth
- education
Key Concepts
critical thinking
revision
learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging error improve understanding?
- What limits exist in correcting mistakes?
A Different Perspective
Correction may not eliminate the original flaw.
