Quote by Karl Popper

Our aim as scientists is objective truth; more truth, more interesting truth, more intelligible truth. We cannot reasonably aim at certainty. Once we realize that human knowledge is fallible, we realize also that we can never be completely certain that we have not made a mistake.

Our aim as scientists is objective truth; more truth, more i

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This quote emphasizes the scientific pursuit of objective truth and the acknowledgment of human fallibility. Scientists strive to uncover more truth that is interesting and understandable. However, the quote suggests that certainty is an unattainable goal, as human knowledge is always susceptible to error. It highlights the importance of accepting the limitations of our understanding and constantly questioning and refining our knowledge, as absolute certainty is elusive.

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