Quote by Max Planck

Anybody who has been seriously engaged in scientific work of any kind realizes that over the entrance to the gates of the temple of science are written the words: Ye must have faith. It is a quality which the scientist cannot dispense with.

Anybody who has been seriously engaged in scientific work of

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of faith in scientific endeavors. It suggests that those genuinely involved in scientific work understand that faith is a necessary quality that scientists cannot overlook. While science is often associated with empirical evidence and rational thinking, this quote suggests that faith, in terms of belief without absolute proof or anticipation of discoveries to come, is indispensable for scientific progress. It acknowledges that certain leaps of faith and trust in the scientific method are essential for scientists to unravel the mysteries of the universe and advance human knowledge.

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By Max Planck

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