Science is itself one of the modifications of amour-propre, the love of inequality.

Summary

This quote suggests that science, despite its pursuit of knowledge and understanding, is rooted in and influenced by human ego and the desire for superiority. It implies that the scientific process is often driven by the need to differentiate oneself from others, to prove superiority or establish inequalities. It implies that even in the pursuit of objective truth, the subjective drive for recognition and status plays a role, shaping the development and direction of scientific endeavors.

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