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“Science studies the relations of things to each other: but art studies only their relations to man.” quote by John Ruskin
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“Science studies the relations of things to each other: but art studies only their relations to man.”

John Ruskin

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Source Book: Modern Painters, 1856

Science explores interrelationships among things; art focuses on how those things affect humans.

In simple terms: Science studies things, art studies human impact.

Key Takeaway

Consider both scientific and artistic perspectives.

Themes

science art human experience

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
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  • policy making
  • communication

Key Concepts

ontology aesthetics interdisciplinary

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can science learn from art?
  • How does art influence scientific inquiry?
A Different Perspective

Art may overlook objective facts.

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