Experiment Quote by Max Planck
“Experiment is the only means of knowledge at our disposal. Everything else is poetry, imagination.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: "The Role of Experiment in Science", 1925
Experiment provides reliable knowledge; imagination and poetry inspire but cannot replace empirical evidence.
In simple terms: Experiments give facts; imagination inspires.
Key Takeaway
Balance testing with creative thinking.
Themes
science
methodology
creativity
philosophy
Mood
analytical
inspirational
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research
- product development
- education
- artistic design
Key Concepts
epistemology
innovation
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify imaginative ideas?
- When should intuition guide experiments?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on imagination can lead to false conclusions.
