Quote by Thomas Huxley

Science reckons many prophets, but there is not even a promise of a Messiah.

Science reckons many prophets, but there is not even a promi

Summary

This quote suggests that science consistently produces new ideas, discoveries, and explanations about the world we live in, often likened to prophets. However, it also implies that science does not offer any definitive promise or notion of an all-encompassing "Messiah" figure who will provide absolute answers to life's deepest questions or offer ultimate salvation. In essence, science may provide valuable insights and advancements, but it cannot fulfill the yearning for absolute certainty or transcendence that is often associated with religious beliefs or concepts of a Messiah.

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