Communication Quote by Thomas Kuhn
“Communication across the revolutionary divide is inevitably partial.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, Thomas Kuhn, 1962
Scientific paradigms shift, and communication across those shifts is always incomplete and biased.
In simple terms: Ideas change, so sharing them is never perfect.
Key Takeaway
Accept partial understanding and seek dialogue.
Themes
science
paradigm shift
communication
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- academic debates
- interdisciplinary projects
- policy discussions
Key Concepts
epistemology
knowledge transfer
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve cross‑paradigm dialogue?
- What biases affect our communication?
A Different Perspective
Different fields may interpret the same data differently, limiting consensus.
