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Science Quote by Seanan McGuire

“I think the rules were different there. It was all about science, but the science was magical. It didn’t care about whether something could be done. It was about whether it should be done, and the answer was always, always yes.” quote by Seanan McGuire
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““I think the rules were different there. It was all about science, but the science was magical. It didn’t care about whether something could be done. It was about whether it should be done, and the answer was always, always yes.””

Seanan McGuire

About This Quote

Source Novel: Magic: The Gathering – The Gathering Storm by Seanan McGuire, 2023

Science can be wielded without moral limits, prioritizing possibility over ethics, leading to unchecked ambition.

In simple terms: Science without ethics leads to reckless actions.

Key Takeaway

Question ethical implications before pursuing possibilities.

Themes

ethics science power responsibility

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

cautionary thought‑provoking

When to use this quote

  • research labs
  • AI development
  • genetic engineering
  • policy making

Key Concepts

moral philosophy technological determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities do creators have?
  • How can societies enforce ethical boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Science alone cannot justify harmful outcomes.

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