Ancient Quote by Stephen Jay Gould
“Science is not 'organized common sense'; at its most exciting, it reformulates our view of the world by imposing powerful theories against the ancient, anthropocentric prejudices that we call intuition.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Structure of Evolutionary Theory, 2002
Science reshapes our worldview by challenging intuitive, human‑centered assumptions with powerful, abstract theories.
In simple terms: Science replaces intuition with strong theories.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions with scientific evidence.
Themes
science
philosophy
knowledge
intuition
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- research
- public discourse
- policy making
Key Concepts
theory formation
paradigm shift
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What intuitive beliefs does science confront?
- How can we make scientific theories more understandable?
A Different Perspective
Complex theories can be inaccessible to laypeople.
