Assumption Quote by George Trumbull Ladd
“Without the ontological assumption which goes with it, what is called science, is nothing but the dreamer's well-ordered dream.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Philosophy of Science, George Trumbull Ladd, 1883
Science without its underlying assumptions is merely an organized illusion, lacking true grounding.
In simple terms: Science needs assumptions to be real.
Key Takeaway
Question the foundations of scientific claims.
Themes
philosophy
science
epistemology
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
analytical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
ontology
epistemic foundations
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden assumptions shape your field?
- How can we test those assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Assumptions are often implicit and hard to articulate.
