Doe Quote by Sam Harris
“Science does not limit itself merely to what is currently verifiable. But it is interested in questions that are potentially verifiable (or, rather, falsifiable).”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Moral Landscape, 2010
Science seeks questions that could be verified or falsified, not only those already proven.
In simple terms: Science pursues testable questions.
Key Takeaway
Embrace speculative inquiry.
Themes
science
philosophy
methodology
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- research design
- policy analysis
- education reform
- technology development
Key Concepts
Falsifiability
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What questions seem untestable now?
- How to balance speculation with evidence?
A Different Perspective
Unverifiable ideas may still guide progress.
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