Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Do you believe then that the sciences would have arisen and grown up if the sorcerers, alchemists, astrologers and witches had not been their forerunners; those who, with their promisings and foreshadowings, had first to create a thirst, a hunger, and a taste for hidden and forbidden powers?

Do you believe then that the sciences would have arisen and

Summary

This quote suggests that the emergence and progress of sciences would not have been possible without the presence of sorcerers, alchemists, astrologers, and witches as early influencers. These figures, with their promises and glimpses into mysterious realms, awakened in humanity a curiosity and fascination with supernatural or forbidden abilities. By sparking this desire, they paved the way for scientific inquiry and development, as individuals sought to understand and harness these hidden powers through systematic study and experimentation. Thus, this quote implies that the sciences owe a debt to the visionary imaginations and captivating allure of the mystical predecessors.

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