Built Quote by Henri Poincare
“Science is built up of facts, as a house is with stones. But a collection of facts is no more a science than a heap of stones is a house.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Science and Method by Henri Poincaré, 1908
Science requires coherent structure, not just isolated facts, like a house needs arranged stones.
In simple terms: Facts alone aren't science without organization.
Key Takeaway
Organize facts into theories.
Themes
science
structure
knowledge
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- policy making
- data analysis
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
systems thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure facts form a coherent whole?
- What structures help turn data into knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Science without structure is meaningless.
