Art Quote by William Harvey
“Harvey sought for truth in Truth's own book- Creation - which by God himself was writ;And wisely thought 'twas fitNot to read comments only upon it,But on th' original itself to look.Methinks in Art's great circle others standLock'd up together hand in hand:Every one leads as he is led,The same bare path they tread,A dance like that of Fairies, a fantastic round,With neither change of motion nor of ground.Had Harvey to this road confined his wit,His noble circle of the blood had been untrodden yet.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: De Motu Cordis by William Harvey, 1628
Harvey emphasizes seeking truth directly from its source rather than relying on commentary, urging original investigation.
In simple terms: Seek truth at its source, not through others.
Key Takeaway
Investigate primary sources yourself.
Themes
knowledge
originality
investigation
Mood
curious
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- medical research
- historical analysis
- personal study
- academic writing
Key Concepts
empiricism
critical thinking
scientific method
Questions to Reflect On
- What primary source could change your view?
- How do you verify information independently?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on secondary sources can miss nuance.
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