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“There is no absolute knowledge. And those who claim it, whether they are scientists or dogmatists, open the door to tragedy.” quote by Jacob Bronowski
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“There is no absolute knowledge. And those who claim it, whether they are scientists or dogmatists, open the door to tragedy.”

Jacob Bronowski

About This Quote

Source Book: The Ascent of Man by Jacob Bronowski, 1973

Claims of absolute certainty blind us to uncertainty, leading to hubris and disaster.

In simple terms: Absolute certainty causes tragedy.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and doubt.

Themes

humility uncertainty hubris

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

philosophical warning

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • policy making
  • personal belief systems

Key Concepts

epistemology risk science

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle uncertainty?
  • What safeguards prevent dogmatism?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can still drive progress when balanced with evidence.

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