Endurance is nobler than strength, and patience than beauty.
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The work of science is to substitute facts for appearances, and demonstrations for impressions.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Science aims to focus on objective reality rather than superficial appearances and subjective impressions.
In this quote, John Ruskin emphasizes the fundamental role of science in differentiating between what seems to be true and what is actually proven. He suggests that through empirical evidence and rigorous testing, science seeks to provide clear facts and demonstrable truths, replacing misleading appearances or subjective feelings. This calls attention to the importance of critical thinking and evidence in our understanding of the world.
Themes
ScienceFactsTruthAppearancesImpressions
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of scientific literacy in education.
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