Certainty Quote by Joseph Glanvill
“And for mathematical science, he that doubts their certainty hath need of a dose of hellebore.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Vanity of Philosophy, 1661
Doubt in science requires a corrective shock to prevent complacency.
In simple terms: Doubt needs a strong reminder.
Embrace skepticism to stay rigorous.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- medical trials
- engineering design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance doubt with confidence?
- When is skepticism counterproductive?
Overreliance on doubt can paralyze progress.