Feeling Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“Science must have originated in the feeling that something was wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History", 1841
Science begins when we sense something is amiss, prompting inquiry.
In simple terms: Science starts with curiosity.
Key Takeaway
Question the status quo.
Themes
curiosity
skepticism
inquiry
progress
science
Mood
inquisitive
analytical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- lab research
- policy analysis
- everyday problem solving
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What feels wrong in your field?
- How can you turn doubt into discovery?
A Different Perspective
May ignore practical constraints.
