Believe Quote by Isaac Asimov
“Even as a youngster, though, I could not bring myself to believe that if knowledge presented danger, the solution was ignorance. To me, it always seemed that the solution had to be wisdom. You did not refuse to look at danger, rather you learned how to handle it safely.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Frontier of Knowledge, 1970
When knowledge poses danger, the proper response is not ignorance but wisdom that manages risk safely.
In simple terms: Face danger with informed caution, not avoidance.
Key Takeaway
Seek wisdom over fear.
Themes
knowledge
risk
wisdom
ethics
learning
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- technology development
- policy making
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
risk assessment
ethical reasoning
critical analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to gain the wisdom needed for risky knowledge?
- How do you balance caution with progress?
A Different Perspective
Wisdom may be limited by incomplete information.
