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“Ultimately there can be no disagreement between history, science, philosophy, and theology. Where there is disagreement, there is either ignorance or error.” quote by Mortimer Adler
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“Ultimately there can be no disagreement between history, science, philosophy, and theology. Where there is disagreement, there is either ignorance or error.”

Mortimer Adler

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Source Book: The Paideia Proposal by Mortimer Adler, 1982

All major fields of knowledge ultimately agree; disagreements stem from lack of knowledge or mistakes.

In simple terms: Disagreements arise from ignorance or error.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth through learning.

Themes

knowledge truth discipline

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • interfaith dialogue
  • policy making
  • education
  • research

Key Concepts

epistemology philosophy theology science history

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we identify ignorance versus error?
  • What methods reduce disagreement?
A Different Perspective

Complex issues may involve genuine paradigm conflicts.

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