Accounts Quote by William Cecil Dampier
“But beyond the bright searchlights of science, Out of sight of the windows of sense, Old riddles still bid us defiance, Old questions of Why and of Whence.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, 18th century
Science illuminates, but ancient mysteries and fundamental questions about existence remain unresolved
In simple terms: Even with scientific progress, deep existential questions persist
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity beyond empirical knowledge
Themes
mystery
science
existentialism
Mood
wonderful
thoughtful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- philosophical debates
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
the unknown
philosophical inquiry
human curiosity
Questions to Reflect On
- What questions do you think science will never answer?
- How do ancient riddles influence modern thought?
A Different Perspective
Scientific methods may not fully address metaphysical queries
