Light Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
““The science of today is a light matter….Those amazing truths that our descendants will discover are even now all around us, staring us in the eyes, so to speak; and yet we do not see them. But it is not enough to say that we do not see them; we do not wish to see them — for as soon as an unexpected and unfamiliar fact appears, we try to fit it into the framework of the commonplaces of accepted knowledge, and are indignant that anyone should dare to experiment further.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Science of Today, 1930s
It warns that people often ignore or reject new facts that challenge existing beliefs, preferring familiar frameworks over experimental inquiry.
In simple terms: People resist new ideas that clash with what they already know.
Key Takeaway
Stay open to uncomfortable truths.
Themes
knowledge
science
open‑mindedness
Mood
thoughtful
critical
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- education reform
- scientific research
- personal belief systems
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
paradigm shift
Questions to Reflect On
- What facts have you dismissed because they felt unfamiliar?
- How can you cultivate curiosity over certainty?
A Different Perspective
Resistance can stem from fear of uncertainty.
