Ascent Quote by Jacob Bronowski
“Science is a very human form of knowledge. We are always at the brink of the known; we always feel forward for what is to be hoped. Every judgment in science stands on the edge of error and is personal. Science is a tribute to what we can know although we are fallible.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Pleasure of Finding Things Out, Carl Sagan, 1981 (quoted by Jacob Bronowski)
Science is a human endeavor that constantly pushes the boundaries of knowledge, acknowledging its provisional nature and the fallibility of its practitioners.
In simple terms: Science is a hopeful, imperfect quest for truth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty in learning.
Themes
knowledge
humility
progress
Mood
inquisitive
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
epistemology
fallibility
optimism
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do scientists have to communicate uncertainty?
- How can we balance confidence with humility?
A Different Perspective
Science can be misused to claim certainty.
