Belief Quote by Max Born
“I believe that ideas such as absolute certitude, absolute exactness, final truth, etc. are figments of the imagination which should not be admissible in any field of science... This loosening of thinking seems to me to be the greatest blessing which modern science has given to us. For the belief in a single truth and in being the possessor thereof is the root cause of all evil in the world.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on the Philosophy of Science, 1950s
Science thrives when it embraces uncertainty and rejects absolute claims of truth, fostering progress and humility.
In simple terms: Science needs doubt, not certainty.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty in research.
Themes
science
philosophy
humility
progress
truth
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research
- policy making
- education
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Epistemology
relativism
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does uncertainty drive scientific discovery?
- What are the risks of insisting on a single truth?
A Different Perspective
Absolute claims can stifle inquiry and cause conflict.
