Believe Quote by Rene Descartes
“Although my knowledge grows more and more, nevertheless I do not for that reason believe that it can ever be actually infinite, since it can never reach a point so high that it will be unable to attain any greater increase.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Meditations on First Philosophy, 1641
Knowledge can expand indefinitely, but it will never reach an absolute, infinite limit.
In simple terms: Knowledge grows, never infinite.
Key Takeaway
Accept knowledge’s endless growth.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
metaphysics
limits
infinity
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- personal learning
- technological advancement
Key Concepts
finite vs infinite
knowledge growth
human understanding
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits does human cognition face?
- Is infinite knowledge necessary for progress?
A Different Perspective
The concept of infinite knowledge may be unattainable, yet striving for it fuels progress.
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