Claims Quote by George Henry Lewes
“Whatever lies beyond the limits of experience, and claims another origin than that of induction and deduction from established data, is illegitimate.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Philosophy of Science by George Henry Lewes, 1875
Ideas not grounded in empirical evidence lack legitimacy and should be questioned.
In simple terms: Unverified ideas are not trustworthy.
Demand evidence before acceptance.
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When to use this quote
- research
- education
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is speculation valuable in science?
- How do you balance doubt with openness?
Strict empiricism may dismiss useful speculation.