Defective Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“The study and knowledge of the universe would somehow be lame and defective were no practical results to follow.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: De Oratore, Marcus Tullius Cicero, 55 BC
Without practical applications, theoretical study of the cosmos would be empty and ineffective.
In simple terms: Theory needs practical results.
Seek useful outcomes from knowledge.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- policy making
- technology development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure research benefits society?
- What practical steps follow cosmic study?
Pure theory can become detached from reality.