Facts Quote by Hyman G. Rickover
““Sit down before fact with an open mind. Be prepared to give up every preconceived notion. Follow humbly wherever and to whatever abyss Nature leads or you learn nothing. Don’t push out figures when facts are going in the opposite direction.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Naval Engineering Lecture, 1965
Approach facts openly, discard preconceptions, and follow wherever nature leads to true learning.
In simple terms: Be open to facts, drop assumptions.
Key Takeaway
Let evidence guide you.
Themes
critical thinking
open‑mindedness
learning
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research
- problem solving
- education
- innovation
Key Concepts
epistemology
scientific method
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance openness with decisive action?
- When should intuition override data?
A Different Perspective
May cause analysis paralysis.
