Affected Quote by Max Born
“And the continuity of our science has not been affected by all these turbulent happenings, as the older theories have always been included as limiting cases in the new ones.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Development of Quantum Theory, 1949
Scientific progress builds on previous theories, integrating them as special cases within newer, broader frameworks despite external turmoil.
In simple terms: Science evolves by expanding old ideas.
Key Takeaway
Study foundational concepts.
Themes
science
continuity
progress
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
theory integration
paradigm shift
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile old and new ideas?
- What limits arise from legacy assumptions?
A Different Perspective
New theories may still inherit flaws of older ones.
