Quote by Anton Chekhov

Science and art,... they seek the truth and the meaning of life, they seek God, [and] the soul, and when they are harnessed to passing needs and activities,... then they only complicate and encumber life.

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This quote suggests that both science and art share a common goal of seeking truth, meaning, and answers to deep existential questions. They aim to understand concepts like God and the soul. However, when science and art are directed towards trivial and temporal matters, they add complexity and burden to life, rather than offering profound insights. The quote emphasizes the potential of science and art to enhance life when they remain focused on the greater truths and realities of existence.

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By Anton Chekhov

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