Age Quote by Thomas Gold
“In choosing a hypothesis there is no virtue in being timid. I clearly would have been burned at the stake in another age.”
About This Quote
Choosing a hypothesis requires courage; timidity hinders progress, even if risking criticism.
In simple terms: Courage needed for hypothesis selection.
Key Takeaway
Be bold in forming ideas.
Themes
courage
science
hypothesis
risk
timidity
Mood
determined
analytical
Type
scientific
motivational
When to use this quote
- research meetings
- academic debates
- grant proposals
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
critical thinking
intellectual bravery
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take?
- How do you balance caution and boldness?
A Different Perspective
Boldness can lead to error or backlash.
