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Aspect Quote by Niels Bohr

“In our description of nature the purpose is not to disclose the real essence of the phenomena but only to track down, so far as it is possible, relations between the manifold aspects of our experience.” quote by Niels Bohr
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“In our description of nature the purpose is not to disclose the real essence of the phenomena but only to track down, so far as it is possible, relations between the manifold aspects of our experience.”

Niels Bohr

About This Quote

Source Speech: Lecture on Philosophy of Science, 1950s

Science describes relationships among experiences, not ultimate reality.

In simple terms: Science maps connections, not truth.

Key Takeaway

Focus on relational understanding.

Themes

philosophy science epistemology

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

academic reflective

When to use this quote

  • research
  • education
  • policy making

Key Concepts

relationalism constructivism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What limits arise when focusing only on relations?
  • How does this view affect scientific progress?
A Different Perspective

It may underplay the search for underlying truths.

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