Ought Quote by Richard Dedekind
“That which is provable, ought not to be believed in science without proof.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: “On the Foundations of Mathematics”, 1888
A proposition must have evidence before it is accepted as scientific knowledge.
In simple terms: Science needs proof before belief.
Key Takeaway
Demand evidence for claims.
Themes
science
philosophy
epistemology
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research labs
- academic debate
- policy making
- education curricula
Key Concepts
logic
proof standards
Questions to Reflect On
- When is belief justified without proof?
- How do we handle unprovable yet useful theories?
A Different Perspective
Proof may be unattainable for some phenomena.
